Physics MPhys (Hons) at Northumbria University

Understanding what’s around us, from the smallest particle to the far reaches of the universe with Physics MPhys (Hons). Physicists are problem solvers, future shapers, and at Northumbria we empower our Physics students to think creatively about how to tackle the challenges we put in front of them. The Physics MPhys offers motivated, industrious students an integrated Masters award, meaning that you gain a deeper understanding of Physics as a subject and tackle open research questions in Physics, achieving a higher qualification than many other graduates in the same job market.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics  |  Duration: 4 years Full Time or 5 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's) (optional placement/sandwich year)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Calculus, Dynamics, Particles, Waves and the Big Bang, Electricity, Magnetism and Electronics, Research, Analysis and Presentation, Experiments and Discovery; Year 2 core modules: Advanced Mathematics for Physics, Space-Time and Electromagnetism, Theory, Computation and Experiment, Quantum Universe, Semiconductor Physics, Thermal and Nuclear Energy; Year 4 core modules: Individual Physics Project, Quantum Devices, Advanced Photovoltaics, Quantum and Molecular Photonics; Year 5 core modules: Numerical Solutions of Partial Differential Equations, Soft and Nanomaterials, Physics Research Project, Advanced Condensed Matter. Optional modules include Fluid Dynamics, Dynamical Systems, Satellite Systems and Space Environment.

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