MSci Physics with Particle Physics
Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry requirements
A level: AAA-AAB (Required subjects: A-levels in Mathematics and Physics, plus a pass in the practical element of all science A-levels being taken. We require English and Mathematics GCSE at grade 4(C)) IB: 6,6,6 at Higher Level OR 36 points overall including 6 in Maths at Higher Level and 6 in Physics at Higher Level
About this course
MSci in Physics, with special emphasis on particle physics and accelerator physics. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Programming, and Research Methods. The final year includes a major individual research project linked to the department's research activity, and the course features a field trip to CERN.
Modules
- Mathematics for Scientists 1
- Mathematics for Scientists 2
- Scientific Skills 1
- Scientific Skills 2
- Classical Mechanics
- Fields and Waves
- Classical Matter
- Physics of the Universe
- Academic Integrity
- Mathematical Methods
- Scientific Computing Skills
- Quantum Mechanics
- Scientific Skills for Particle Physics
- Optics
- Electromagnetism
- Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics
- The Solid State
- Advanced Skills in Physics
- Quantum Theory
- Particle Physics
- Particle Astrophysics
- Advanced Classical Physics
- Further Mathematical Methods
- Nonlinear Dynamical Systems
- Metals and Semiconductors
- General Relativity and Cosmology
- Stellar Astrophysics
- Planetary Geology and Geophysics
- Astronomy
- Energy and Climate Science
- Atomic Physics
- Major Project in Physics
- Research Review
- Lie Groups and Lie Algebras
- Statistical Mechanics
- Advanced Quantum Theory
- Photonics and Metamaterials
- Particle Accelerator Physics
- Theoretical Treatments of Nano-systems
- Nano-Electronics and Quantum Technology
- Superconductors and Superfluids
- Standard Model Physics and Beyond
- Statistical Data Analysis
- String Theory and Branes
- Supersymmetry and Conformal Field Theory
- Astroparticle Cosmology
- Theory of Complex Networks
- Equilibrium Analysis of Complex Systems
- Dynamical Analysis of Complex Systems
- Mathematical Biology
- Elements of Statistical Learning
- Quantum Field Theory
- Modelling Quantum Many-Body Systems
- Advanced Condensed Matter
- Gravitational Wave Physics
- Dark Matter & Dark Energy
- Research Topics in Astrophysics
- Advanced Particle Physics
- Advanced Astrophysics
- Gravitational Waves Astronomy
- Order and Excitations in Quantum Materials