Engineering Physics MPhys
Bachelor's degree
In Currie
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Bachelor's degree
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Currie (Scotland)
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Home Undergraduate Physics Engineering Physics MPhysEngineering Physics MPhys How to apply »UCAS codeF311QualificationMPhysDurationUp to 5 yearsStudy locationEdinburghDelivery typeFull-timeOverviewProgramme contentEmployabilityEntry requirementsFees & scholarshipsOverviewThis programme deals with engineering applications of physics in areas such as Microelectronics, Optics and Electromagnetism. Students will develop a creative approach to solving engineering type problems. The programme includes practical, theoretical and skill-based studies in Materials Science, Electronics, and Computer Modelling. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills required by both industry and service sectors, as well as being well prepared for a research career..AccreditationAccredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist. Show key dataProgramme contentYear 1 Provides foundations of physics and mathematics, and the opportunity to look at wider aspects through a series of courses in investigative techniques. Fundamental engineering skills in electronics and mechanics are covered in courses delivered by the engineering departments. Learning and teaching Scheduled learning:34% Independent study: 66% Placement:0% Assessment Written:56% Practical:17% Coursework:27% Year 2 Important themes of physics are introduced through courses in Photonics and Optics; Thermal Physics and Properties of Matter. Learning and teaching Scheduled learning:34% Independent study: 66% Placement:0% Assessment Written:66% Practical:11% Coursework:23% Year 3 Deals with more advanced treatments of core physics, such as: Electromagnetism; Dynamics and Quantum Concepts; and Solid State Physics. Experimental and programming skills are further developed using more in-depth experimental studies and simulations. Learning and teaching Scheduled learning:38% Independent study:...
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- IT
- GCSE Physics
- Engineering
- Learning Teaching
- Teaching
- Skills and Training
- Electromagnetism
- Engineering Skills
- Mathematics
- Mechanics
- GCSE Mathematics
Course programme
Provides foundations of physics and mathematics, and the opportunity to look at wider aspects through a series of courses in investigative techniques. Fundamental engineering skills in electronics and mechanics are covered in courses delivered by the engineering departments.
Learning and teaching- Scheduled learning:34%
- Independent study: 66%
- Placement:0%
- Written:56%
- Practical:17%
- Coursework:27%
Year 2
Important themes of physics are introduced through courses in Photonics and Optics; Thermal Physics and Properties of Matter.
Learning and teaching- Scheduled learning:34%
- Independent study: 66%
- Placement:0%
- Written:66%
- Practical:11%
- Coursework:23%
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Engineering Physics MPhys