Physics with professional placement, research placement or study abroad

About this programme

5 years with professional placement, research placement or study abroad, starting in September 2027 This course is for you if you if you’re passionate about physics and want to gain a deep understanding of the fundamental principles of physics, from subatomic to cosmological scales, preparing you for a wide range of careers. This is our broadest physics degree, giving you the chance to learn about nano-engines and organic electronics, investigate graphene properties, study quantum optics, and understand the structure and evolution of the Universe. You’ll also have the opportunity to be involved in the field-leading research happening within the department, through your final year project. Some of our recent graduates have gone on to enjoy careers in research and development, finance and renewable energies, and are working at organisations such as Cap Gemini, Kubrick Group and The Ministry of Defence. In the first two years, you'll study core topics giving you the broad foundation of knowledge and skills essential for a graduate physicist. This gives you the greatest flexibility and makes it possible to change between some of our physics courses if your interests change once you're here. You can also modify placement or study abroad options, or even whether you're on a bachelor’s or master’s programme. In your final year you’ll carry out a substantial project, choosing from a wide range of topics and types. You'll choose the remainder of your units from options in both fundamental and more applied physics as well as broader topics, giving you a taster of a field for pot