MPhys Theoretical Physics with a Year in Industry drafted

Program Overview

COURSE OVERVIEW

Theoretical Physics addresses the meaning of everything.

From quantum information and a grand unified theory, to dark matter and high energy particle physics, this subject can take you anywhere.

Over the course of this four-year degree you will be inspired to ask and answer big questions.

How did the universe begin? Is it possible to recreate in a laboratory the conditions that existed seconds after the big bang? What are space and time made of?

Intended primarily for those aiming to become professional physicists, our MPhys is broadly comparable with other European physics degrees.

You will study from a selection of modules that could include astronomy and cosmology, nuclear physics, the quantum world and climate physics.

We will teach you how fundamental physics is applied across different disciplines and how it connects to new advances in engineering, medicine and mathematics.

Studying physics at Swansea University gives you access to genuinely world-leading teaching and cutting edge facilities.

This MPhys will distinguish you as a committed, ambitious and talented physicist.

THEORETICAL PHYSICS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

You’ll graduate with a range of transferable skills such as analysis, lab techniques, report writing and a high level of digital technology skills. You’ll also be highly numerate, which many employers value highly.

Physics graduates are set for rewarding employment opportunities. Careers in any of the following fields are open to you.

• Nuclear Science
• Meteorology
• Research Science
• Aerospace and Defence
• Medical Physics
• Financial Modelling
• Systems Engineering
• IT and Software Engineering
• Education and Science Communication

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.
• We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

MPhys Theoretical Physics with a year in industry

On our Physics year in industry programme you will enhance your career-prospects combining classroom based learning with a year long industrial placement of your choice. Utilising your analytical and critical mindset you will focus your third year in an industrial placement, combining all your skills in a working environment. You will graduate with much more than a degree, you will gain real hands on experience and work with real industry professionals in a real working environment.