Program Overview

Introduction to Engineering Physics MPhys (Hons) Degree

The Engineering Physics MPhys (Hons) degree at Loughborough University applies physical principles to engineering and technology, equipping students with the fundamentals of physics and drawing on the university's well-established expertise in engineering. This degree combines the core physics course with streamed engineering content, ensuring a strong development in the chosen engineering specialization.

Overview of the Program

Our MPhys Engineering Physics degree is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of physics and engineering principles, enabling them to engineer solutions to real-world problems. The program offers streams in materials engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical and manufacturing engineering, allowing students to specialize in their area of interest.

What's the Difference Between MPhys and BSc?

The MPhys programs offer a competitive edge in the job market due to their advanced content, highlighting commitment and specialized knowledge. The MPhys programs include an extended research project, allowing deep exploration and potential contributions to human knowledge. For careers needing deep physics understanding and research capability, an MPhys bolsters prospects. While a BSc partially meets Chartered Physicist and Chartered Scientist requirements, MPhys fully satisfies them.

Why Choose Loughborough University?

• £17m investment in the STEMLab facility, providing state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment for physics students.
• £4m investment in new physics laboratories.
• All eligible courses are accredited by the Institute of Physics.
• Access to a dedicated undergraduate observatory with a 16-inch GPS equatorial mounted Meade optical telescope and other equipment.

Why Study Engineering Physics?

• Innovative program with a focus on practical, hands-on application in state-of-the-art facilities.
• Authentic teaching and assessment methods to prepare students for the future.
• Support from staff with an open-door policy, one-to-one tutoring, dedicated mathematics support, and weekly peer-assisted learning sessions.
• Opportunity to master coding, with no prior knowledge needed, and become proficient in multiple programming languages.
• Real-world skills gained through experience in electronics prototyping, systems design, project management, computer-aided design, 3D printing, big data science, and AI.
• Exploratory laboratories allowing time for experimentation and following personal interests, cultivating physics-based and transferable skills.
• Opportunities to connect with employers through paid placement years in industry and experience working on industry-defined research and development projects.

Program Structure

• 5 years full-time with a placement year or 4 years full-time.
• Typical offer: AAA Entry requirements, with fees for UK students at £9,535 per academic year and international students at £30,700 per academic year.
• UCAS codes: 5 years full-time with placement year (F313), 4 years full-time (F312).
• Start date: October 2026.
• Institute code: L79.
• Subject area: Physics, with the course being accredited and offering a placement year and the opportunity to study abroad.

What You'll Study

• Year 1: Compulsory modules include Mathematics for Physics I, Fundamentals of Laboratory Physics, Computational Physics: Modelling, Simulation and Good Practice, Core Physics I: Foundations of Physics, and Methods, Philosophy and Frontiers of Physical Science.
• Year 2: Compulsory modules include Mathematics for Physics II, Core Physics III: Quantum Physics, Physics Laboratory: Design and analysis for science and industry, and Advanced Computational Modelling and Simulation.
• Year 3: Compulsory modules include Group Project and Research Methods in Physics, with optional modules depending on the chosen pathway.
• Final year: Compulsory module includes Physics Research Project (MPhys Project), with optional modules depending on the chosen pathway.

Pathways

• Electrical Engineering pathway: Includes modules such as Control System Design 1, Electrical Power and Machines, Electronics, and Mechatronics and Instrumentation.
• Materials Engineering pathway: Includes modules such as Data Analysis and Modelling, Advanced Principles of Materials, Nanomaterials, Composite Materials, and Functional Materials.
• Mechanical Engineering pathway: Includes modules such as Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials 2, Fracture and Failure, and Computational Fluid (Temp Title).
• Systems Engineering pathway: Includes modules such as Control System Design 1, Manufacturing Process Technology, Engineering Management: Finance, Law and Quality, and Control System Design 2.

How You'll Study

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Independent study
• Group work
• Supervision
• Workshops
• Laboratory work
• Practical sessions

How You'll Be Assessed

• Coursework
• Examination
• Depending on the nature of the material, some modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework and examination, whilst other modules are assessed by 100% coursework or 100% by examination.

Placement Year

• Additional award: Diploma in Professional Studies (DPS) or Diploma in Industrial Studies (DIS).
• Opportunity to gain invaluable practical experience, apply knowledge and skills in a real-world setting, and develop competencies highly sought after by graduate recruiters.

Entry Requirements

• Typical A level offer: AAA including Maths and Physics.
• Typical IB offer: 37 (6,6,6 HL) including Maths and Physics at HL.
• Typical BTEC offer: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Engineering: DDD with Distinctions in units 1-5.
• GCSE: English Language grade 4/C.
• Reduced contextual offer: Meeting specific eligibility criteria guarantees that if you are made an offer, it will be reduced by up to two grades.

International Entry Requirements

• Country-specific requirements for students from Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, European Baccalaureate, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malaysia, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, The Caribbean, The Gulf, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vietnam, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Tuition Fees for 2026 Entry

• UK fees: £9,535 per annum for full-time courses, with placement year fees approximating 20% of the full-time fee.
• International fees: £30,700 per annum for full-time courses, with placement year fees approximating 20% of the full-time fee.

Your Future Career

• A degree in Engineering Physics can lead to many and varied career opportunities.
• Our students graduate with transferable skills and are equipped with the necessary practical and theoretical knowledge required to progress in a professional science-related career.
• Career support services are available, including CV workshops, one-to-one advice sessions, and mock interview practice sessions.
• Companies that our physics graduates have worked for include The Manufacturing Technology Centre, AECOM, National Instruments, and Systra Ltd, with job titles such as Research Scientist, Automation Engineer, and Medical Electronics Technician.