MPhys (Hons) Physics (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University

Physics is an exciting subject that underpins modern technological developments and the world around us. At Lancaster, you’ll join a world-leading and internationally recognised research community that is passionate about teaching the next-generation of physicists. Our courses combine fundamental topics, like electromagnetism and Newtonian mechanics, with cutting-edge topics like quantum technology, matter at ultra-low temperatures, and understanding sub-atomic particles like the Higgs Boson.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology  |  Department: School of Physics and Astronomy  |  Duration: Full time 5 years  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's; includes a year studying abroad)  |  Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Experimental Physics, Fields, Matter and Quantum Physics, Mathematical Skills 1, Mathematical Skills 2, Physics Skills, The Physical Universe. Year 2 core modules: Electromagnetism, Waves and Optics, Experimental Labs, Mathematical Techniques in Physics, Physics Modelling Project, Properties of Matter, Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Physics. Year 3 core modules: Study Abroad. Year 4 core modules: Industrial Group Project, Physics Group Project, Problem Solving and Sustainability, Relativity, Nuclear and Particle Physics. Year 5 core modules: Numerical Methods and Data Analysis, Year 4 Physics Project.

Career pathways

Physics is an exciting subject that is fundamental to developments in modern society. Physicists have advanced problem-solving skills, programming knowledge, critical thinking abilities and project management experience, all of which are honed over the course of your degree.

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