Program Overview

Physics BSc

Overview

Studying physics at Nottingham means diving into the excitement of learning about the way the physical universe works; from the smallest scales of elementary particles and quantum gravity to dark energy and the large-scale structure of the universe itself with all that lies in between. You’ll learn from award-winning academics who are recognised by the Institute of Physics.

Why Choose This Course?

• Exciting learning experience: Discover the mysteries of the universe, from quantum mechanics to dark energy.
• Innovative skills: Gain the knowledge and skills to become a future innovator in fields like AI and quantum technologies.
• Broad applications: Apply fundamental laws to solve global challenges and advance technology.
• Learn from award-winning academics who are recognised by the Institute of Physics.
• World-leading research: Benefit from our cutting-edge research activities that inform your learning.
• Supportive school: Your personal tutor will act as your mentor throughout your course.

Course Structure

• Year 1: Core modules cover classical mechanics, thermal physics, quantum mechanics, vibrations, and waves.
• Year 2: Core modules cover the quantum world, thermal and statistical physics, classical fields, wave phenomena, and intermediate experimental physics.
• Year 3: Core modules cover introduction to solid state physics, atoms, photons, and fundamental particles, and a physics project.

Modules

• From Newton to Einstein
• Introductory Experimental Physics
• Frontiers in Physics
• Computing For Physical Science
• Quantitative Physics
• Basic Mathematical Methods for Physics
• The Quantum World
• Thermal and Statistical Physics
• Classical Fields
• Wave Phenomena
• Intermediate Experimental Physics
• The Structure of Stars
• The Structure of Galaxies
• Force and Function at the Nanoscale
• Principles of Dynamics
• Theory Toolbox
• Molecular Biophysics
• Health Physics
• Introduction to Solid State Physics
• Atoms, Photons and Fundamental Particles
• Physics Project
• Atmospheric and Planetary Physics
• Extreme Astrophysics
• From Accelerators to Medical Imaging
• Functional Medical Imaging
• Introduction to Cosmology
• Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos
• Quantum Dynamics
• Scientific Computing
• Semiconductor Physics
• Soft Condensed Matter
• Symmetry and Action Principles in Physics
• Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics
• Molecular Biophysics
• The Structure of Stars
• Enterprise for Scientists
• Health Physics
• The Structure of Galaxies
• Force and Function at the Nanoscale
• Theory Toolbox

Assessment

• Coursework
• Group projects
• Lab reports
• Presentations
• Research projects
• Written exams

Careers

• Physics graduates from Nottingham are in high demand across a wide range of sectors.
• Approximately 25% of our graduates pursue further studies, including PhD programs and specialised postgraduate courses.
• The majority enter diverse employment sectors, leveraging their skills in software literacy, problem-solving, and data analysis.

Job Prospects

• 87.9% of undergraduates from the School of Physics and Astronomy secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
• The average annual starting salary for these graduates was £30,350.
• Five years after graduation, median salaries rose to £37,600.

Entry Requirements

• AAA
• 34 points overall or 666 in 3 HL certificates
• IB score: 34 points overall or 666 in 3 HL certificates
• IELTS: 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element)

Fees

• £9,535 per year (UK undergraduate students)
• £30,750 per year (International students)

Duration

• 3 years full-time

Start Date

• September 2025

UCAS Code

• F300

Campus

• University Park Campus, Nottingham, UK

Accreditation

• The Institute of Physics accredits bachelor and integrated masters degree programmes for the purposes of the professional award of Chartered Physicist.