Physics and astronomy undergraduate courses
We offer a range of physics and astronomy degrees. They include opportunities to study abroad, complete a year-long work placement or specialise in astrophysics, particle physics or theoretical physics.
BSc or MPhys?
MPhys courses come with a final year of research training, where you'll work in the lab with a team of professional scientists on an unanswered question in physics. They're the best route for students who are thinking about a career in scientific research.
Accreditation
These courses are all accredited by the Institute of Physics, so you’ll cover the key topics that every physicist needs to understand: mechanics, waves, optics, relativity, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum physics and more.
Flexibility
But there’s always flexibility to choose from a wide range of optional modules too, so you can tailor your degree to your interests, your career goals and the global challenges you want to help solve.
Industrial Placement Years
All of our physics courses offer the option of a one-year industrial work placement, which you can opt to do after you start your degree. Alternatively, you can apply directly to the BSc Physics with an Industrial Placement Year course through UCAS.
Physics courses
2025 entry
Physics and Astrophysics courses
2025 entry
Theoretical Physics courses
2025 entry
Study Abroad
If you're starting your degree in 2023, you can apply to spend a year studying abroad once you've started.
Physics with a Foundation Year
Visit us
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