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MSc Physics

UK

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What will I learn?

Overview

  • A highly flexible programme designed for those wishing to pursue a career as a professional scientist
  • Broaden and deepen your knowledge through studying a range of topics taught by internationally leading researchers who are actively working in your chosen field
  • Our advanced research project develops your skills in research planning, execution and reporting, possibly leading to publication of your work in an international journal
  • Benefit from access to advanced research facilities including clean-rooms, a helium liquefier, a water tank, amplified ultra-fast laser systems, and a suite of instruments for imaging biological materials
  • Tailor your course to your career aspirations with four specialised pathways in Astrophysics, Biomedical Physics, Electromagnetic and Acoustic Materials or Quantum Systems and Nanomaterials

Careers

Our Physics MSc programme is specifically targeted at those wishing to pursue a career as professional scientist or researcher. You will develop the core research skills required to become a candidate for a PhD in Physics.

You will develop a range of skills including:

  • Analytical skills
  • Scientific writing
  • Independent learning
  • Critical evaluation
  • Research technique
  • Oral communication

Which department am I in?

Physics and Astronomy

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£27,500.00 (29,96,295) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Streatham Campus 1

Northcote House,

Queen's Drive,

Exeter,

Devon,

EX4 4QJ, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For international students

Candidates are required to have at least a 2:1 degree in Physics. Candidates may be interviewed by video conference to assess their suitability for the course. IELTS: Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section. TOEFL: Overall score 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, 21 for listening, 22 for reading and 23 for speaking.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Exeter

Never far from the breathtaking coasts of south west England, Exeter offers world-class education in unbeatable surroundings.

  • Top 15 UK universities (Guardian University Guide 2023)
  • Member of the globally renowned Russell Group of unis
  • Triple accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS)
  • Top 150 universities globally (Times Higher Education 2023)