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Objectives
Physics underpins today£s scientific advances. Space exploration, fibre-optic communication and even the human genome project couldn£t have happened without physics. People with physics qualifications are at the heart of the technological developments that drive our society forwards. But they also turn up in surprising places such as improving the environment, treating cancer and predicting stock markets. As a physicist, you are driven by curiosity about the universe, you are a problem solver and you have imagination. You might decide to become a professional scientist, but physics opens other doors too. Your skills will be valued by employers in journalism, law, education ' the list is endless.
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Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements
BSc programmes: A level grades ABB (320 points)
BSc programmes: both Mathematics and Physics are normally required to A level (or equivalent). Students with A level Maths or Physics and with a good AS in the other may be considered on an individual basis.
BSc Physics with Foundation Year does not require Maths or Physics A levels.
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Academic title
BSc Physics
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Course description
Programme Structure
Level 1
Principles of Physics
Waves in Physics
Atoms, Molecules and Quanta
Mathematics
Space, Time and Relativity
Introduction to Medical Physics
Business Accounting
Introduction to Astrodynamics and Space Science
Electronics
Level 2
Electromagnetism
Thermal Physics
Solid State Physics
Mathematics and Quantum Physics
Additional Mechanics
Radiation Detection and Measurement
Exploring the Solar System
Advanced Wave Physics
Galaxies and Large-scale Structures
Optional professional training year
Level 3
Quantum Physics
High Energy Physics
Light and Matter
Medical Imaging
Photonics and Nanotechnology
Also, BSc Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics, BSc Physics with Satellite Technology, BSc Physics with Finance, BSc Physics with Foundation Year.