MSc Quantum Fields and Fundamental Forces at Imperial College London

Gain the skills you need to undertake future PhD study in fundamental theoretical physics. Gain the skills and knowledge you need to pursue a PhD in fundamental theoretical physics. This course bridges the gap between undergraduate physics and maths, and the research frontier.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: Department of Physics  |  Duration: 1 year, 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Unification, Quantum Field Theory, Quantum Electrodynamics, Particle Symmetries.

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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