MSc by Research Experimental Physics at Swansea University

Programme overview

A one-year research master's in Experimental Physics at Swansea University's Bay Campus, within one of the department's research groups; physics is ranked 251-300 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026).

Department: School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: October or July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

An individual research project shaped by seminars, workshops, laboratory activity and fieldwork. The three research groups are Atomic, Molecular and Quantum Physics; Applied Physics and Materials; and Particle Physics and Cosmology Theory. The department sits close to the Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials.

Career pathways

A master's by research can lead to jobs in academia, education, government, management, or the public or private sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree at 2.1 level (or equivalent non-UK qualification). English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0 (or recognised equivalent). One reference is required. Non-UK applicants require ATAS clearance.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,800 a year (2026/27). Full-time (1 year) Source

Intake: October or July

Duration: 1 year full-time

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