MSc Physics at Imperial College London

Build your physics knowledge to prepare for a research career within a university or national laboratory. Deepen your understanding of physics on this one-year Master's course. Its varied programme will equip you with the skills to pursue a research career within a university, industrial or national research laboratory.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: Department of Physics  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Advanced Classical Physics*, Mathematical Methods for Physicists, Research Skills, Self-Study Project.

Career pathways

Graduates of our Department go on to succeed in a wide range of sectors. These include technology, research and development, academic research, healthcare and medical physics, space and defence, data science (including machine learning and deep learning), banking and finance, and government and public services. Typical roles include Software Developer, Quantum Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Quantitative Analyst, Research Engineer, Medical Physicist, Optical Engineer, Project Manager.

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