Physics with Particle Physics and Cosmology : BSc Hons : F372
Bachelor's degree
In Lancaster
Description
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Bachelor's degree
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Location
Lancaster
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Duration
3 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
Lancaster’s particle physicists work with state-of-the-art particle accelerators to investigate and identify the nature of space and time. Our resident cosmologists employ all of their creative and mathematical abilities to explain the early history of the universe in a way that complements and supports observational and experimental data. All this expertise is translated into an exciting, modern physics course based on the foundation of our core physics programme.
Throughout your degree you will take a range of subjects including Quantum Physics and Electromagnetism in the first year, as well as Astronomy, Detection of Particles and Introductory Cosmology in the second year. In your third year, your modules include Big Bang Cosmology, Flavour Physics and Particle Physics laboratory studies.
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About this course
Physics is an exciting subject that is fundamental to the developments in modern society. Applications of the subject range from the very pure to the very practical, and a physics degree opens up a wide range of rewarding careers in scientific research and technological development, as well as in a variety of other professions. A substantial number of our graduates continue on to postgraduate education, or enter employment that directly relies on their specialist skills. Our students also find employment in careers where they are valued because of general skills gained during the course such as logical thinking, problem solving, numeracy and computer literacy. Examples include consulting, finance, computer programming, and accountancy, as well as managerial and administrative positions.
Lancaster University is dedicated to ensuring you not only gain a highly reputable degree, you also graduate with the relevant life and work based skills. We are unique in that every student is eligible to participate in The Lancaster Award which offers you the opportunity to complete key activities such as work experience, employability/career development, campus community and social development.
A Level AAB
Required Subjects A level Mathematics grade A and A level Physics grade A
IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.
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Subjects
- Astronomy
- Electromagnetism
- GCSE Physics
- Particle Physics
- Quantum Physics
- Communication Skills
- Physics Skills
- Mechanics
- Magnetic fields
- Electric
Course programme
Many of Lancaster's degree programmes are flexible, offering students the opportunity to cover a wide selection of subject areas to complement their main specialism. You will be able to study a range of modules, some examples of which are listed below.
Year 1Core
- Basic Physics Skills / Communication Skills
- Classical Mechanics
- Complex methods
- Electric and Magnetic Fields
- Electrical Circuits & Instruments / Practical Lab II
- Functions and differentiation
- Integration
- Optics & Optical Instruments / Practical Lab III
- Oscillations & Waves / Practical Lab I
- Quantum Physics
- Series and Differential Equations
- The Physical Universe
- Thermal Properties of Matter
- Vector Calculus
- Vectors & Vector Algebra / IT Skills
Core
- Astronomy
- Cosmology I
- Electromagnetism, Waves and Optics
- Experimental principles of particle detection
- Maths I
- Maths II
- Quantum Mechanics
- Relativity, Nuclei and Particles
- Scientific Programming and Modelling Project
- Thermal Properties of Matter
Core
- Atomic Physics
- Cosmology II
- Flavour Physics
- General Physics Examination Paper
- Groups and Symmetries
- Particle Physics
- Solid State Physics
- Statistical Physics
Optional
- Computer Modelling
- Cosmology Group Project
- Energy
- Lasers and Applications
- Matter at low temperature
- Particle Physics Group Project
- Physics of Fluids
- Physics of Living Systems
- Quantum information processing
- Space and auroral physics
Lancaster University offers a range of programmes, some of which follow a structured study programme, and others which offer the chance for you to devise a more flexible programme. We divide academic study into two sections - Part 1 (Year 1) and Part 2 (Year 2, 3 and sometimes 4). For most programmes Part 1 requires you to study 120 credits spread over at least three modules which, depending upon your programme, will be drawn from one, two or three different academic subjects. A higher degree of specialisation then develops in subsequent years.
Information contained on the website with respect to modules is correct at the time of publication, but changes may be necessary, for example as a result of student feedback, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes, and new research.
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Physics with Particle Physics and Cosmology : BSc Hons : F372