Physics MPhys
Master
In Brighton
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Brighton
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Duration
4 Years
You'll learn from experts working at the forefront of physics. Our staff are developing next generation quantum technology devices and working on the ATLAS experiment at CERN.
You study modules based on the latest research, from quantum mechanics to particle physics. You also explore the fundamental laws of physics.
During your integrated Masters year you develop advanced physical skills through working with one of the departmental research groups.
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About this course
Recent Physics and Astronomy graduates have started their careers as:
data analyst, Blue Frontier
physics teacher, Ardingly College
cybersecurity consultant, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.
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Subjects
- Particle Physics
- Mechanics
- Technology
- GCSE Physics
- Classical Mechanics
- Astrophysics
- Electrodynamics
- Methods for Physics
- Laboratory
- Scientific computing
- Skills in Physics
- Statistical Physics
- Theoretical physics
Course programme
Autumn teaching
- Classical Mechanics
- Mathematical Methods for Physics 1
- Physics in Practice
- Classical Physics
- Mathematical Methods for Physics 2
- Oscillations, Waves and Optics
- Physics Year 1 Laboratory
Autumn teaching
- Foundations of Modern Physics
- Introduction to Astrophysics
Autumn teaching
- Electrodynamics
- Mathematical Methods for Physics 3
- Physics Year 2 Laboratory
- Scientific Computing
- Quantum Mechanics 1
- Skills in Physics 2
- Thermal and Statistical Physics
Spring teaching
- Stars & Planets
- Theoretical Physics
Study abroad (optional)
Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career.
Industrial placement (optional)An industrial placement gives you the chance to spend an additional year working with an organisation, in an area relevant to your course, while being paid. It’s a proven way to fast-track your career.
You develop your technical, team-working and transferable skills, and apply what you have learnt in your studies to a business environment.
Year 3 at sussex
- Atomic Physics
- Condensed State Physics
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Advanced Physics Laboratory
- Quantum Mechanics 2
Spring teaching
- Advanced Condensed State Physics
- Extragalactic Astronomy
- Lasers and Photonics
- Particle Physics
- Physics Methods in Finance
- Researching STEM
Autumn and spring teaching
- MPhys Final Year Project
Autumn teaching
- Atom Light Interactions
- Data Analysis Techniques
- Further Quantum Mechanics
- General Relativity
- Introduction to Cosmology
- Programming in C++
- Quantum Field Theory 1
- Quantum Optics and Quantum Information
- Advanced Particle Physics
- Early Universe
- Electrons, Cold Atoms & Quantum Circuits
- Experimental Quantum Technologies and Foundations
- Introduction to Nano-materials and Nano-characterisation
- Monte Carlo Simulations
- Particle Physics Detector Technology
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Physics MPhys