MPhys Physics with Biophysics at University of Exeter

Gain a solid foundation in modern physics and biophysical applications, from the physical foundation of biological systems to imaging techniques applied to biological systems Our MPhys degree gives you the opportunity to work on a real-world collaborative, open-ended biophysics research project, developing your skills as a professional researcher You’ll focus on modern physics methods and applications, equipping you with the knowledge and skills for addressing contemporary challenges in the field

Duration: 4 years; 5 years With Study Abroad; 5 years With Professional Placement  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated masters) (variants: With Study Abroad; With Professional Placement)  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our programme is carefully designed around a skills development roadmap, that starts on day one, and continues across your whole degree. Your first year introduces you to the physics of everyday life and experimental physics as well as supporting you to advance your mathematical and computational data analysis skills. Alongside your physics studies, we start preparing you for your future career as a physicist by developing your professional skills. As you continue through the rest of the programme, you will further develop your transversal and personal skills as a future physicist through our dedicated skills development programme.

Career pathways

The largest proportion of our graduates enter science-based industries in positions involving research and development, production and management. Other careers include scientific work in government establishments (e.g., QinetiQ or Harwell Laboratories), hospital physics in the NHS, and technical management in broadcasting and the communications sector. Some work in high-tech start-up companies.

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