Quantum Fields and Fundamental Forces

Postgraduate

In London

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The Theoretical Physics Group is internationally recognised for its contribution to our understanding of the unification of fundamental forces, the early universe, quantum gravity, supersymmetry, string theory, and quantum field theory.This renowned MSc course is designed to prepare students for PhD study in fundamental theoretical physics by bridging the gap between an undergraduate course in physics or mathematics and the research frontier.

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South Kensington Campus, SW7 2AZ

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About this course

The Theoretical Physics Group is internationally recognised for its contribution to our understanding of the unification of fundamental forces, the early universe, quantum gravity, supersymmetry, string theory, and quantum field theory. This renowned MSc course is designed to prepare students for PhD study in fundamental theoretical physics by bridging the gap between an undergraduate course in physics or mathematics and the research frontier. The origins of the programme date back to the founding of the Theoretical Physics Group by Abdus Salam, one of Imperial’s Nobel Laureates.

All applicants must apply online. You can usually apply for up to two courses, although your second choice will only be considered if your first-choice application is unsuccessful. Most courses don't have a formal closing date, but popular courses close when they are full, so you should apply early to avoid disappointment. There may also be funding deadlines that apply to you. You will need to upload documents with your applications, which may include...

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Subjects

  • IT
  • GCSE Physics

Course programme

Modules shown are for the current academic year, and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

The course lasts one calendar year full-time, or two years part-time. It begins in October, with formal coursework ending by June. You then undertake project work over the summer.

The lecture modules consist of four compulsory introductory modules, and four more advanced optional modules.

You may also select up to two advanced undergraduate modules among your four optional module selections.

Modules Core modules
  • Particle symmetries
  • Quantum electrodynamics
  • Unification
Optional modules
  • Advanced general relativity
  • Advanced quantum field theory
  • Cosmology
  • Differential geometry
  • Quantum information
  • String theory
  • Supersymmetry

Quantum Fields and Fundamental Forces

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