Physics studies how our Universe works, from the smallest atomic nucleus to the largest galaxy. It includes areas such as quantum theory, relativity and particle physics, and lies at the heart of most modern technology – for example the computer and the laser. Our MSci degree is aimed at students who wish to pursue physics to the limits of current knowledge, and have the potential to become research scientists making the next generation of discoveries. Physics Degree Highlights Global Opportunities We participate in the IAESTE and Turing student exchange programmes, which enable students to obtain work experience in companies and universities throughout the world. Professional Accreditations Accredited by the Institute of Physics for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations, which partially fulfils the requirements to obtain the status of Chartered Physicist (CPhys). Industry Links All students in the school have the option to include a year in industry as part of their studies. This is a fantastic opportunity to see mathematics at work in the real world, and to enhance your career prospects at the same time. Possible placements will include companies in the finance and technology sectors, and indeed we maintain strong links with local companies who hire Physics graduates, for example Andor Technology, AquaQ Analytics, Seagate, General Electric, Medical Physics in The NHS. Career Development 92% of Physics students are in graduate employment or further study 15 months after graduation (6th in the UK). World Class Facilities You will be taught in our new state-of-the-art teaching centre, containing specialist laboratory equipment and computer facilities. Students also use some of the research facilities in their final year projects, such as a telescope observatory on the roof of the main building, one of the most powerful university lasers in the world, and state-of-the-art nano-fabrication and characterisation facilities. Internationally Renowned Experts All of our faculty staff are research scientists in their own right; in the 2021 REF peer-review exercise, Physics Research Power was in the top 20 in the UK Student Experience In the 2020 National Student Survey, Physics Teaching Quality and our Learning Community were both rated in the top 5 of all UK Physics Departments. The School has the 3rd highest postgraduate research student satisfaction in the University. All of my lecturers seemed so enthusiastic about what they were teaching us. It was easy to feel the same way. And they were always very approachable. They always seemed really happy if you came to ask a question. In our first year, we also had weekly physics tutorials in small groups of three or four that were also really helpful. I didn’t expect such focused teaching. My degree has given me a lot of wonderful opportunities. After I left QUB I went to Munich to do a PhD and now I’m in Paris working as a postdoctoral researcher. Everyone I graduated with seems to have done really well. Dr. Aoife Boyle (MSci Physics with Astrophysics) NEXT Course content Register your interest
