MSc/PgDip Applied Physics

The course allows you to explore and master various applied physics skills. It also teaches you transferable, problem-solving and numeracy skills that are widely sought after across the commercial sector.

On the MSc programme, you'll acquire the following:

• in-depth knowledge of current and emerging theories, techniques and practices within the field of physics and the life sciences and the ability to apply these theories in a professional setting.

• Problem-solving and high numeracy skills that are widely sought-after across the commercial sector skills required to use high-power microwave technology in an industrial environment.

• professional abilities in applying laser-based particle acceleration and enabled applications.

• In-depth knowledge of materials, solid-state physics, photonics & quantum optics, and quantum information technology.

You'll use the knowledge gained in the taught classes on a research project. You can design the project to fit your interests and career plans.

Academic requirements

Minimum second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in physics or a related subject, e.g. Engineering Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering.

Applicants from an engineering discipline need to have had sufficient exposure to quantum mechanics and solid state physics, e.g. by semiconductor technology courses or to demonstrate that they can acquire the necessary background. Contact us about your case and the possibility of conversion courses.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.