Engineering Physics MPhys (Hons)

Program Overview

This four-year MPhys Physics program provides a comprehensive understanding of physics, with streams in materials, electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and systems. Students develop problem-solving, research, and critical thinking skills through interactive lectures, seminars, tutorials, and a final-year research project. Graduates are highly sought after in engineering, research, data science, and other fields.

Program Outline

Outline

Years:

4 (full-time), 5 (full-time with placement year)

Modules:

Year 1

• Semester 1
• Fundamentals of Laboratory Physics
• Fundamentals of Physics I
• Computational Physics: Modelling, Simulation and Good Practice
• Methods, Philosophy and Frontiers of Physical Science
• Semester 2
• Fundamentals of Laboratory Physics
• Core Physics II: Classical Physics of Particles, Fields and Devices
• Advanced Computational Modelling and Simulation
• Physics Laboratory: Design and analysis for science and industry

Year 2

Streams:

Materials, Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing

• Semester 1
• Mathematics for Physics II
• Core Physics III: Quantum Physics
• Physics Final Year Project (MPhys Project)
• Additional stream-specific modules
• Semester 2
• Mathematics for Physics II
• Core Physics IV: Thermal and Statistical Physics
• Core Physics V: Solid State Physics
• Additional stream-specific modules

Year 3

Streams:

Materials, Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Systems

• Semester 1
• Advanced Principles of Materials
• Robotics Project Design and Management
• Materials Modelling
• Nanomaterials
• Electronics
• Mechanics of Materials 2
• Manufacturing Automation and Control
• Semester 2
• Composite Materials
• Functional Materials
• Advanced Processing of Materials
• Mechatronics System Design
• Control System Design 2
• Fracture and Failure
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics I

Year 4 (Full-time)

• Semester 1 & 2
• Physics Research Project (MPhys Project)
• Group Project
• Technical and professional development modules

Year 5 (Placement year)

• 12-month industry placement

Assessment

• Year 1 & 2:
• 70% coursework, 30% exam
• Year 3 & 4:
• 50% coursework, 50% exam
• Group project:
• 100% coursework

Coursework

includes:

• Individual essays
• Projects
• Laboratory work
• Group work and presentations

Exams:

• 100% by examination in some modules
• A mixture of coursework and examination in other modules

Teaching

• Lectures
• Interactive and engaging style
• Emphasis on problem-solving
• Seminars
• Smaller groups
• Deeper exploration of topics
• Opportunity for questions and discussion
• Tutorials
• One-to-one or small groups
• Individual feedback
• Opportunity to clarify concepts
• Field trips
• Visits to relevant companies and research facilities
• Independent study
• Self-directed learning
• Development of research and critical thinking skills

Careers

• Graduates are well placed for a wide range of exciting and rewarding careers in fields such as:
• Engineering
• Research and development
• Data science
• Education
• Management
• Finance
• Examples of past employers:
• The Manufacturing Technology Centre
• AECOM
• National Instruments
• Systra Ltd.
• Atomic Weapons Establishment
• CGI Group
• BAE Systems
• DSTL
• Laser Quantum
• Martin-Baker Aircraft Company
• NHS
• Rolls-Royce
• Williams Formula 1
• Ministry of Defence
• Career support:
• Careers Network team offers a range of services
• CV workshops
• One-to-one advice sessions
• Mock interview practice sessions
• High-profile employer events

Other

• The program is accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP)
• The Physics Final Year Project allows students to immerse themselves in a specific research topic of relevance to current research
• The program is designed for students with a strong interest in physics who want to gain an in-depth understanding of the subject and develop a range of transferable skills
• Graduates of the program are highly sought after by employers in a wide range of sectors

UK fees Full-time course per annum £9,250 Placement year Approx. 20% of the full-time fee International fees Full-time course per annum £28,600 Placement year Approx. 20% of the full-time fee University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment. Additional costs While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationary, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.