The University of Sheffield
Department of Physics and Astronomy

Series of images: close-up of hands; Hubble Space Telescope and Earth; equations on whiteboardPhysics and Astronomy

Our courses explore the laws of the universe, from subatomic particles to stars and galaxies. We're a leading centre for research – so you're going to be at the heart of groundbreaking developments. You'll be involved in discoveries that make a big impact on the way we interpret the world and live our lives. And above all, you'll be making your own.

Study with us

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Undergraduate study

Postgraduate degrees

Information for new students

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Your career

Arial view of university concourseOur graduates are scientific and practical, with imagination and a passion for thinking big. Learn more about where your degree can take you and how your skills and knowledge will help you stand out.

Career possibilities

Research

Image: postgraduate student in the labOur internationally significant research puts us in the UK's top 10 physics and astronomy departments. In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, 90 per cent of our research was considered to be of international quality.

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PhD vacancies

News and events

Astronomy field tripFind out about the discoveries our scientists and students are making, and the latest lectures and events.

Professor Vik Dhillon is awarded a medal

Knighthood for University of Sheffield Vice-Chancellor

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Sheffield student's CERN experience

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