Physics (research placement) MPhys

Master

In Brighton

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Brighton

  • Duration

    4 Years

This course is for you if you’re an academic high-flyer. It offers you the exciting opportunity to work on a cutting-edge research project here at Sussex each summer and get funding to cover your living expenses during that time.
You’ll join our experts and immerse yourself in world-class research. From exploring the smallest particles to the overall structure of the universe, you’ll have the opportunity to work on any of our areas of expertise.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Brighton (East Sussex)
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Sussex House, BN1 9RH

Start date

On request

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

  • GCSE Physics
  • Particle Physics
  • Mechanics
  • Physics
  • Physics in Practice
  • Classical Physics
  • Oscillations
  • Laboratory
  • Astrophysics
  • Electrodynamics
  • Methods for Physics

Course programme

Year 1 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Mathematical Methods for Physics 1
  • Physics in Practice
Spring teaching
  • Classical Physics
  • Mathematical Methods for Physics 2
  • Oscillations, Waves and Optics
  • Physics Year 1 Laboratory
Options

Autumn teaching
  • Foundations of Modern Physics
  • Introduction to Astrophysics
Year 2 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Electrodynamics
  • Mathematical Methods for Physics 3
  • Physics Year 2 Laboratory
  • Scientific Computing
  • Summer Research Placement 1
Spring teaching
  • Quantum Mechanics 1
  • Skills in Physics 2
  • Thermal and Statistical Physics
Options

Spring teaching
  • Stars & Planets
  • Theoretical Physics
Study abroad or Placement

Study abroad (optional)

Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career.

Research placements

Our MPhys course with a research placement is a stimulating intellectual challenge for well-qualified students, providing unique training for a future research career.

You can apply to work on a research problem with a member of faculty in the Department of Physics and Astronomy each summer before Years 2, 3 and 4.

Year 3 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Atomic Physics
  • Condensed State Physics
  • Nuclear and Particle Physics
  • Summer Research Placement 2
Autumn and spring teaching
  • Advanced Physics Laboratory
Spring teaching
  • Quantum Mechanics 2
Options

Spring teaching
  • Advanced Condensed State Physics
  • Extragalactic Astronomy
  • Lasers and Photonics
  • Particle Physics
  • Physics Methods in Finance
  • Researching STEM
Year 4 at sussex

Autumn and spring teaching
  • MPhys Final Year Project
Options

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
Spring teaching
  • 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

Additional information

International students Fee :  £20,750 per year

Physics (research placement) MPhys

£ 9,250 VAT inc.