BSc (Hons) Physics
Bachelor's degree
In Hatfield
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Hatfield
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Duration
3 Years
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Explore the fundamental theories of physics and gain the skills to understand the world in terms of forces and particles in small or complex systems. During this fascinating course you’ll learn to comprehend everything from the streamlined shape of dolphins to the quantum encryption of messages. The course is informed by our internationally excellent and world- leading physics research, which covers areas such as the microphysics of air quality, atmospheric physics, light scattering, quantum optics and mathematical physics. You’ll also have the option of spending a year working in industry or at a research institution. Study abroad opportunities are available at universities in Europe, Australia and the USA.
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About this course
Our degree lets you study the fundamental theories behind Physics and their application to modern-day research and technology. We will take you from the knowledge that you have gained in your school or college studies right the way to the most up-to-date developments.
During your second and third years you begin to specialise in experimental physics or more theoretical and mathematical concepts. You can choose from a range of options in your final year, including Nonlinear Systems, Rocket Performance and Propulsion, Physics of Stars, Nonlinear Systems, Partial Differential Equations, Dynamics and Geometry, Further Numerical Methods or Quantum Computing.
You will also carry out a final year investigative project in a cutting-edge area of Physics research. You will be closely supervised and guided by one of our experienced researchers in the Centre for Atmospheric & Instrumentation Research. Previous projects have included designing a calibration system for airborne ice sensors, modelling the behaviour of soliton waves in the oceans, and examining quantum dynamics using topological methods.
If you are continuing on our MPhys programme it is possible to extend your project into your MPhys year. We also have an innovative strand of industrial projects supported by the Institute of Physics that give you direct experience of working in industrial research.
UCAS points 112
A Level BBC: Including a grade C or above in Mathematics and Physics.
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Subjects
- GCSE Physics
- Systems
- Teaching
- Industry
- Teaching Physics
- Physics
- Physics degrees
Course programme
We take pride in our student-focused approach to teaching Physics. With one of the best student-staff ratios in the country we are able to put our focus on you as an individual and give you the support that you need to reach your full potential as a Physics graduate. Our graduates are in a wide range of careers, from scientific research to teaching and industry.
We use a variety of teaching methods during our Physics degrees, ranging from small-group tutorials, to lectures and practical classes. Our typical intake of students is around 50-60 in each year, which means that our class sizes are small enough so that your lecturers will know you by name. We place particular emphasis on transferable skills, employability and project work throughout the degree.
You will meet your personal tutor on a regular basis in small-group tutorials, which are a great way of reinforcing the material that you learn in lectures. We also offer a wide variety of support throughout your degree, from you lecturers, the School’s Maths Centre and peer support from our student proctor scheme.
Level 4
Module
- The Physical Universe
- Mathematical Techniques 1
- Special Relativity and Quantum Physics
- Experimental Physics
- Computational Modelling
- Small Group Tutorial (Level 4)
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- Mathematical Techniques 2
- Electromagnetism
- Optics and Lasers
- Thermodynamics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Small Group Tutorial (Level 5)
- Career Planning and Development
- Programming
- Professional Teaching Skills
- Numerical Methods
- Differential Equations
- Physics of the Solar System
- Extra-Solar Planets
- Plasma Physics and Fusion Reactors
- Motion and Tensors
Module
- Condensed States of Matter
- The Physics of Elementary Particles
- Physics Project and Investigative Skills
- Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
- Rocket Performance and Propulsion
- Professional Placement
- Space Dynamics
- Year Abroad
- Computational Physics
- Partial Differential Equations
- Further Numerical Methods
- Nonlinear Systems
- Placement with Study Abroad
- Star Formation and Evolution
- Foundations of Cosmology
- The Physics of Astronomical Spectra
- Quantum Optics and Information Theory
- Applied Optics and Photonics
- Lagrangian Dynamics
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BSc (Hons) Physics