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MPhys Physics with Astronomy

University of Surrey

Institution
University of Surrey
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Physics with Astronomy MPhys
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
FHF5

Entry requirements

A level: AAA-AAB / Required subjects: mathematics grade A and physics. IB: 35 - 34 / Required subjects: Physics HL5/SL6 and either Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL6/SL7 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL6. BTEC: D*DD. Additionally, A-level mathematics grade A. / Required subjects: BTEC Extended Diploma must be in a relevant subject.

About this course

MPhys in Physics and Physics with Astrophysics. Core topics include Programming, Microelectronics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students undertake a research-based placement during the fourth academic year.

Modules

  • Fundamentals Of Physics
  • Essential Mathematics
  • Scientific Investigation Skills
  • Oscillations And Waves
  • The Universe
  • Mathematical And Computational Physics
  • Properties Of Matter
  • Atoms And Quanta
  • Energy, Entropy And Numerical Physics
  • Electromagnetism, Scalar And Vector Fields
  • Solid State Physics
  • Quantum Physics
  • From Atoms To Lasers
  • Electromagnetic Waves
  • Nuclear And Particle Physics
  • Introduction To Astronomy
  • Research Techniques In Astronomy
  • Frontiers In Physics
  • Modern Methods In Experiment And Modelling
  • Superconducting Quantum Processors
  • Financial Methods And Quantum Optimisation
  • Research Year Interim Dissertation
  • Research Year Dissertation
  • General Relativity
  • Explosive Stellar Phenomena
  • Principles Of Data Science
  • Advanced Quantum Mechanics
  • Nuclear Energy And Applications
  • Quantum Machine Learning