Physics (MSc)

Courses are divided into modules, and students on this course take modules totalling 180 credits.

You are required to take:

• Scientific Communications (15 credits)
• Advanced Topics in Physics (15 credits)
• Research Project in Physics (60 credits)

You are required to take at least 30 credits from a range of optional modules, which may typically include:

• Advanced Photonics (15 credits)
• Mathematical Methods for Theoretical Physics (15 credits)
• Theoretical Treatment of Nano-systems (15 credits)
• Experimental Techniques in Condensed Matter Physics (15 credits)
• Bio & Nanomaterials in the Virtual Lab (15 credits)
• Standard Model Physics & Beyond (15 credits)
• Astroparticle Cosmology (15 credits)
• Advanced Condensed Matter (15 credits)
• Cellular Biophysics (15 credits)
• Dark Matter & Dark Energy (15 credits)
• Simulation Methods for Non-equilibrium Systems (15 credits)

Additionally, you are required to take sufficient credits to bring your total for the year to 180, from a range of optional modules, which may typically include:

Modules offered by the King’s College London Department of Mathematics:

• Lie Groups & Lie Algebras
• String Theory & Branes
• Elements of Statistical Learning
• Mathematical Biology
• Dynamical Analysis of Complex Systems
• Equilibrium Analysis of Complex Systems
• Theory of Complex Networks
• Supersymmetry

Modules offered by Royal Holloway, University of London:

• Statistical Mechanics
• Superfluids, Condensates & Superconductors
• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
• Physics at the Nanoscale

Modules offered by University College London:

• Advanced Quantum Theory
• Atom & Photon Physics
• Quantum Computation & Communication
• Molecular Physics
• Particle Physics
• Order & Excitations in Condensed Matter
• Planetary Atmospheres
• Solar Physics
• Space Plasma & Magnetospheric Physics
• Molecular Biophysics

Modules offered by Queen Mary, University of London:

• Relativistic Waves & Quantum Fields
• Electromagnetic Theory
• Stellar Structure & Evolution
• Relativity & Gravitation
• Solar System
• The Galaxy
• Astrophysical Plasmas

Part-time students should plan to take a minimum of 60 credits in their first year since they are required to have passed a minimum of 60 credits to progress into the second year.

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest that you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.