Program Overview

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Physics with Medical Physics MSci

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?

• Research project - supervised by one or more academic staff members
• Specialist modules - in medical physics such as Functional Medical Imaging
• Paid research project - opportunities are available, where you can work directly with our researchers
• 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

MSci Hons

Entry Requirements

AAA

UCAS Code

F371

Duration

4 years full-time

Start Date

September 2025

Fees

£9,535

Course Structure

Year One

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

Year Two

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

Year Three

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

Year Four

• Physics Research Project
• Imaging and Data Processing
• Optional modules:
  • Magnetic Resonance
  • The Politics, Perception and Philosophy of Physics
  • Modern Applications of Physics: From Research to Industry
  • Gravity
  • Advanced Techniques for Nanoscience Research
  • Modern Cosmology
  • Quantum Coherent Devices
  • Light and Matter
  • Research Techniques in Astronomy

Assessment

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

Careers

• Studying advanced physics will enable you to become more adaptable and better at problem solving.
• 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.

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.

Help and Support

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