Advanced Physics MSc

Loughborough University
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  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Loughborough

Overview
Our Advanced Physics MSc programme aims to equip you with key skills you need for employment in industry, public service or academic research.
Reflecting the research strengths and specialisms of Loughborough's Department of Physics, the Advanced Physics MSc programme combines compulsory modules in superconductivity and nanoscience with options that include quantum computing and solid state physics.
The aim of the Advanced Physics MSc is to equip you with key skills needed for employment in industry, public service or academic research. You will explore very diverse modules which will allow you to apply and communicate your knowledge of Materials Science via the development of an individual project essay, in which you will consider a particular aspect of physics and gain experience in conducting a piece of original applied research.
Your research project will be devoted to one of several topical areas of modern physics including high-temperature superconductivity, terahertz semiconductor and superconductor electronics, quantum computing and quantum metamaterials, and physics of extreme conditions.
We are consistently rated as a top 30 UK science department in national league tables. 70% of our staff research is rated as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2014).
Experimental facilities include pulsed laser deposition, atomic force microscopy, Raman scattering and X-Ray diffraction. Our departmental observatory has a 16-inch equatorially-mounted Meade telescope and other astronomical equipment.
What makes this programme different?
Delivered by internationally renowned experts
A wide range of experimental facilities
Acquire specialist knowledge at the cutting edge of modern physics
Who should study this programme?

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Loughborough (Leicestershire)
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Loughborough University, LE11 3TU

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About this course

Your personal and professional development
Our Department of Physics is committed to helping you develop the skills and attributes you need to progress successfully in your chosen career.
Future career prospects
Our Physics graduates are highly sought after and work in a range of industries and roles.
Graduate destinations
Employers of choice for our graduates include the Ministry of Defence, DSTL, BAE Systems, BP, Rolls Royce and Intelligent Energy in roles such as Business Analyst, Physicist, Technical Manager and Financial Trader. Other students have gone on to study at PhD level.
Your personal development
Our Advanced Physics MSc programme aims to help you develop the following advanced skills:
problem solving
experimental, mathematical or computational techniques
scientific report writing and presentation skills
obtaining and understanding information from the scientific literature
the collection and analysis of data or the development of theoretical models.
We aim to provide an environment that gives students opportunities to develop their own interests, self-reliance and career aspirations.

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5.0
05/10/2018
What I would highlight: Loughborough is the best university for growth and development of students and their careers.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

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13/06/2018
What I would highlight: Loughborough resembles a family , as staff is always ready to help & occasions are unimaginable
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13/05/2018
What I would highlight: It is a brilliant university with amazing facilities.
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Would you recommend this course?: Yes

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5.0
23/04/2018
What I would highlight: I love being here for you are treated very nicely here and your needs are considered and needed changes are made for the same. It feels merely like a family here in your halls of residence and student union.
What could be improved: -
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

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What I would highlight: being at Loughborough universit was the best choice ever.
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11/03/2018
What I would highlight: With the largest campus and state of the art facilities, SU is voted as number one in the country. They also have the largest career networks compared to the other universities
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Student

5.0
11/03/2018
What I would highlight: With the largest campus and state of the art facilities, SU is voted as number one in the country. They also have the largest career networks compared to the other universities
What could be improved: -
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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Subjects

  • Modern Physics
  • Programming
  • Industry
  • Systems
  • Public
  • Materials
  • Computing
  • IT
  • Project
  • Advanced Physics
  • GCSE Physics

Course programme

What you'll study

  • Compulsory
  • Optional

Mathematical Methods for Interdisciplinary Sciences (15 credits)

Mathematical Methods for Interdisciplinary Sciences (15 credits)

This module introduces you to theories and methods originally developed by physicists, in modelling a variety of interdisciplinary sciences including bio-physics, psychophysics and economics. It also develops mathematical skills in preparation for research projects.

Superconductivity and Nanoscience (15 credits)

Superconductivity and Nanoscience (15 credits)

Obtain an understanding of the principles underlying applied superconductivity and the functioning of superconducting devices.

Research Methods in Physics (15 credits)

Research Methods in Physics (15 credits)

Introduces the methods available for searching current literature, to gain experience in conducting a survey of research literature, and to give students an opportunity to learn about the principles of a particular research technique.

Research Project (90 credits)

Research Project (90 credits)

Undertake an individual research project under the supervision of your departmental supervisor, further developing your research skills and enabling you to make a contribution to the advancement of your subject.

Characterisation Techniques in Solid State Physics (15 credits)

Characterisation Techniques in Solid State Physics (15 credits)

This module will build your knowledge and understanding of the range of techniques available for characterisation of bulk and thin films with an emphasis on functional materials.

Quantum Information (15 credits)

Quantum Information (15 credits)

Your introduction to current ideas on the relation between quantum mechanics and information theory, including applications to communication.

MATLAB as a Scientific Programming Language (15 credits)

MATLAB as a Scientific Programming Language (15 credits)

Introducing the principles and applications of one of the most commonly used scientific programming languages in electrical engineering.

Advanced Characterisation Techniques (15 credits)

Advanced Characterisation Techniques (15 credits)

Explores the principles and practicalities of the various forms of microscopy and surface analysis techniques used in materials science.

Quantum Computing (15 credits)

Quantum Computing (15 credits)

Explains the principles, promises and limitations of quantum computers and their possible physical realisations.

Physics of Complex Systems (15 credits)

Physics of Complex Systems (15 credits)

Your broad introduction to the ideas, phenomenology and methods of contemporary theory of physics of complex systems. The module will familiarise you with the principal concepts of the field, and to show universality of these concepts in diverse physics problems.

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