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Physics MSci (Hons)

UK

What will I learn?

Our stimulating and flexible Physics MSci degree programme gives you a firm grounding in core physics. Flexibility is the essence of this degree, allowing you to select a range of modules to suit particular interests, covering a broad spectrum of cutting-edge topics, leaving space for you to specialise where you wish.

The Physics MSci is ideal if you want to keep your studies broad, want to specialise in an area we do not offer a specific programme for, or are unsure what you might want to focus on in the future. You can swap between the Physics MSci and Physics BSc until the end of the second year, provided you meet the criteria. Additionally you can swap to the Physics and Astrophysics or the Physics with Particle Physics and Cosmology course at the end of your first or second year too. You can also choose to take a year abroad, subject to language requirements.

A large part of your time in the fourth year in this Physics MSci degree course will be devoted to an independent research project where you have the opportunity to work Â鶹ԭ´´ our world-leading research groups. There are many other opportunities to undertake project work during your degree, for example as part of your lab work in the first two years. A project develops a wide range of skills including planning and report writing. Group studies in your final year is a major project which is undertaken in groups of 10-20 students. The task requires the group to work as a team and enables you to solve a problem of much greater magnitude than could be attempted by an individual. The team work skills learnt here are invaluable in success in a future career.

You will be taught by academics who are global experts in their field, you'll gain a broad understanding of the essential concepts of physics, ranging from entropy to quantum mechanics and beyond. The transferable skills you’ll also learn will make you very employable; including problem solving, computing and giving presentations.

Which department am I in?

School of Physics and Astronomy

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
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Start date

September 2025

Venue

Main Site

Academic and Student Division,

Birmingham,

B15 2TT, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For students from Hong Kong

A level Mathematics and A level Physics grades A*A.You must also pass the practical element of any reformed science A levels which include Biology, Chemistry and Physics taught from 2015. General Studies not accepted.

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

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