Program Overview

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Physics with Medical Physics BSc

Overview

This accredited degree will give you real practical experience of medical physics. You will benefit from specialist lectures by senior practising medical physicists. Tailored modules such as Functional Medical Imaging and Molecular Biophysics will help you develop an advanced understanding of this area.

Why Choose This Course?

• Specialist modules in medical physics
• Paid research project opportunities
• 98% of our research is classed as ‘world-leading’ (4) or ‘internationally excellent’ (3)
• Accredited by the Institute of Physics
• Paid summer research internship opportunity available

Course Details

Qualification

• BSc Hons

Entry Requirements

• AAA
• Including A level maths and physics
• A pass is normally required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately
• GCSE English language 4 (C)

Excluded Subjects

• General studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, leisure studies, functional skills, global perspectives

Additional Entry Requirements

• All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications
• The entrance requirements below apply to 2025 entry
• Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer

Non-UK Entry Requirements

• International Baccalaureate: 34 points overall or 666 in 3 HL certificates
• IB score: 34 points overall or 666 in 3 HL certificates
• IELTS: 6.5 w/ no less than 6.0 in each

UCAS Code

• F350

Duration

• 3 years full-time

Fees

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

Additional Costs

• All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus
• For more information, please check the equipment advice
• As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses
• You should be able to access most of the books you’ll need through our libraries, though you may wish to purchase your own copies
• If you do these would cost around £40
• If you study abroad, you need to consider the travel and living costs associated with your country of choice
• This may include visa costs and medical insurance
• Personal laptops are not compulsory as we have computer labs that are open 24 hours a day but you may want to consider one if you wish to work at home

Course Structure

Year One

• From Newton to Einstein
• Computing For Physical Science
• Quantitative Physics
• Frontiers in Physics
• Basic Mathematical Methods for Physics
• Introductory Experimental Physics

Year Two

• Thermal and Statistical Physics
• Intermediate Experimental Physics
• Classical Fields
• The Quantum World
• Wave Phenomena
• Molecular Biophysics
• Health Physics

Year Three

• Functional Medical Imaging
• Introduction to Solid State Physics
• Atoms, Photons and Fundamental Particles
• Physics Project
• From Accelerators to Medical Imaging
• Optional modules:
  • The Structure of Stars
  • Enterprise for Scientists
  • The Structure of Galaxies
  • Force and Function at the Nanoscale
  • Principles of Dynamics
  • Theory Toolbox
  • Atmospheric and Planetary Physics
  • Introduction to Cosmology
  • Extreme Astrophysics
  • Quantum Dynamics
  • Scientific Computing
  • Semiconductor Physics
  • Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics
  • Symmetry and Action Principles in Physics
  • Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos

Teaching Methods

• Computer labs
• Lab sessions
• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Problem classes

Assessment Methods

• Coursework
• Group project
• Lab reports
• Research project
• Written exam

Careers Overview

Studying advanced physics will enable you to become more adaptable and better at problem solving. These are invaluable traits for any career. Our students go on to work in a variety of industries, including engineering, aerospace, IT, and finance, as well as academic research. Others use their training in communication skills to enter teaching or science communication careers.

Employers of our graduates include Accenture, BBC, EDF Energy, Jaguar Land Rover, and various NHS Trusts. Roles include Trainee Clinical Scientist, Medical Physicist, Systems Engineer, Data Analyst and Software Development Engineer.

Our guide to careers with medical physics includes interviews with successful graduates.

Job Prospects

• 86.40% of undergraduates from the Faculty of Science secured employment or further study within 15 months of graduation
• The average annual salary for these graduates was £27,834

Campus

• University Park Campus covers 300 acres, with green spaces, wildlife, period buildings and modern facilities
• It is one of the UK's most beautiful and sustainable campuses, winning a national Green Flag award every year since 2003