Physics (research placement) MPhys
Master
In Brighton
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Brighton
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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.
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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
- GCSE Physics
- Particle Physics
- Mechanics
- Physics
- Physics in Practice
- Classical Physics
- Oscillations
- Laboratory
- Astrophysics
- Electrodynamics
- Methods for 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
- Summer Research Placement 1
- 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.
Research placementsOur 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
- Atomic Physics
- Condensed State Physics
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Summer Research Placement 2
- 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 (research placement) MPhys