Degree programmes

Physics

F300 BSc (three years) F303 MSci (four years)

A-level:BSc: ABB with A in maths or physics (both subjects required) MSci: AAB with A in maths and physics IB: BSc: 32 overall with 655 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths or physics (both subjects must be taken at HL) MSci: 34 overall with 665 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths and physics BTEC:See qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry for detailed subject and grade requirements

In the first year you’ll build a solid foundation in both theoretical and experimental physics. Over subsequent years you’ll have access to the School’s full range of expertise in physics and astronomy, choosing from specialised modules including quantum mechanics, nuclear physics, astrophysics, spacetime and gravity, and statistical physics. You’ll be taught by active researchers and subject specialists in these fields, giving you unique insights into higher-level topics. You can tailor your degree with our flexible programme, either taking a broad overview of the whole discipline or focusing on a specialist area.

Practical options involve experimental physics and python programming. These topics, coupled with valuable experience in independent study, research and project work, provide a range of valuable skills that will prepare you for work in either academic or commercial roles.

Examples of modules currently offered:

• Electric and Magnetic Fields • Scientific Measurement • Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics • Spacetime and Gravity • Fluid Dynamics • Electromagnetic Waves and Optics

For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/F300 or qmul.ac.uk/F303

Physics with Professional Experience

F306 BSc (four years) F307 MSci (five years)

A-level:BSc: ABB with A in maths or physics (both subjects required) MSci: AAB with A in maths and physics IB:BSc: 32 overall with 655 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths or physics (both subjects must be taken at HL) MSci: 34 overall with 665 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths and physics BTEC:See qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry for detailed subject and grade requirements

This programme is a great way to build vital transferable skills. In your penultimate year of study, you will have the chance to pursue paid work in a relevant organisation. You will be supported in finding and applying for a suitable position by specialist staff at Queen Mary.

A professional experience internship is an excellent opportunity to develop your business skills and gain hands-on experience as part of your degree. You will:

• Enhance your CV for applying to graduate jobs • Discover more about a potential career • Give context to your academic studies • Earn a salary

As a Physics undergraduate, you will have a varied choice of career options open to you, including industrial firms and manufacturers, accounting and consultancy firms, banks and insurance companies, retailers, technology companies, government and public sector organisations.

The taught aspect of the programme is the same as our very flexible Physics degree (F300 BSc or F303 MSci) and you will be able to take modules in theoretical physics, astrophysics and particle physics as well practical modules in experimental physics and computer coding.

For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/F306 or qmul.ac.uk/F307

Physics with Year Abroad

F302 BSc (three years) F301 MSci (four years)

A-level:BSc: ABB with A in maths or physics (both subjects required) MSci: AAB with A in maths and physics IB: BSc: 32 overall with 655 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths or physics (both subjects must be taken at HL) MSci: 34 overall with 665 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths and physics BTEC: See qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry for detailed subject and grade requirements

This programme gives you access to all of the material in our BSc/MSci Physics (F300/ F303) with the added opportunity to apply to spend a non-credit-bearing year at one of our partner universities in North America, Asia or Australia.

Living and studying in a different country and immersing yourself in another culture helps you to understand, connect with and appreciate the world.

International experience can help you stand out in a crowded employment market; graduates with international experience show they are willing to learn, can problemsolve, act on their own initiative and work well in diverse teams.

How to apply You can apply directly to the Year Abroad variant of the BSc/MSci Physics programme on UCAS. Alternatively, you will have the option to transfer into the Year Abroad stream once you are studying with us, so long as you meet the academic progression requirements.

Year Abroad options are available on all of our degree programmes except Physics with Data Science.

For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/F302 or qmul.ac.uk/F301

Astrophysics

F526 BSc (three years) F523 MSci (four years)

A-level:BSc: ABB with A in maths or physics (both subjects required) MSci: AAB with A in maths and physics IB:MSci: 34 overall with 665 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths and physics BSc: 32 overall with 655 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths or physics (both subjects must be taken at HL) BTEC:See qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry for detailed subject and grade requirements

You will learn fundamental physical principles and their applications in understanding the universe as a whole. Specialist modules in this programme focus on cosmology, galaxies, stars and planetary systems, and are taught by active researchers in these fields. You will make use of observational and theoretical approaches to explore the properties and evolution of these astrophysical systems. Extra optional modules provide scope for you to explore topics of interest outside of the immediate syllabus, providing a rounded physics education with a specialist focus.

Experimental skills and optional modules involving python programming and physics laboratory work will also boost your already impressive set of transferable skills.

In your final year, you will further develop your interests in astrophysics and gain valuable research skills through the completion of an independent research project, supervised by one of the School’s astrophysicists.

For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/F526 or qmul.ac.uk/F523

Physics with Astrophysics

F3F5 BSc (three years) F3FM MSci (four years)

A-level:BSc: ABB with A in maths or physics (both subjects required) MSci: AAB with A in maths and physics IB:BSc: 32 overall with 655 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths or physics (both subjects must be taken at HL) MSci: 34 overall with 665 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths and physics BTEC:See qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry for detailed subject and grade requirements

Intended to provide access to a broader range of elective modules, this programme is ideal for the keen astrophysicist looking to take a wider range of non-astrophysics modules than the more specialised BSc/ MSci Astrophysics.

You will spend your first year covering core principles in theoretical and experimental physics. In the second and third years, you will cover a core of specialist astrophysics modules, chosen from a list including cosmology, planetary systems, stars and the physics of galaxies. In addition to this overview of astrophysics you will retain access to an increasing number of elective modules, covering a broad range of topics across physics and astrophysics.

Practical modules covering experimental physics, python programming and communication skills will boost your already impressive numeracy and analytical skills, providing you with a broadly applicable degree.

In your final year, you will further develop your interests in astrophysics and gain valuable research skills through the completion of an independent research project, supervised by one of the School’s astrophysicists.

For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/F3F5 or qmul.ac.uk/F3FM

Physics with Particle Physics

F392 BSc (three years) F393 MSci (four years)

A-level:BSc: ABB with A in maths or physics (both subjects required) MSci: AAB with A in maths and physics IB: BSc: 32 overall with 655 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths or physics (both subjects must be taken at HL) MSci: 34 overall with 665 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths and physics BTEC: See qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry for detailed subject and grade requirements

This programme features much of the breadth of the Physics BSc/MSci programme, with specific focus on particle physics from the second year onwards.

Teaching on the programme benefits from the School’s involvement with some of the world’s largest particle physics experiments, including the Large Hadron Collider at CERN and the T2K neutrino facility in Japan. In addition to core physical principles, you will come to understand the fundamentals of the sub-atomic world, learning to apply quantum mechanics to describe the behaviour of particles. Contemporary topics include the search for the Higgs boson and new physics beyond the standard model.

Modules involving statistical data analysis, detector technology, and skills training – including programming in C++ – provide opportunities to develop practical skills and knowledge that can be applied in commerce, industry or research.

In your final year, you will further your interests in particle physics and develop valuable research skills through an independent research project, supervised by one of the School’s particle physicists.

For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/F392 or qmul.ac.uk/F393

Theoretical Physics

F340 BSc (three years) F323 MSci (four years)

A-level:BSc: ABB with A in maths or physics (both subjects required) MSci: AAB with A in maths and physics IB: BSc: 32 overall with 655 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths or physics (both subjects must be taken at HL) MSci: 34 overall with 665 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths and physics BTEC:See qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry for detailed subject and grade requirements

This degree programme focuses on the theoretical and fundamental aspects of physics. You will take modules leading to a knowledge of advanced mathematics, quantum theory, and special and general relativity – essential for describing the physics of particles and gravity. In your final year, you will further develop your interests in the direction of your choice through the completion of an independent research project, supervised by one of the School’s theoretical physicists.

The advanced numerical skills, independent research expertise, and problem-solving skills you will develop throughout the programme provide an excellent grounding for further study and a wide range of careers in industry and commerce.

For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/F340 or qmul.ac.uk/F323

Physics with Data Science

F30S BSc (three years) F30T MSci (four years)

A-level:BSc: ABB with A in maths or physics (both subjects required) MSci: AAB with A in maths and physics IB: BSc: 32 overall with 655 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths or physics (both subjects must be taken at HL) MSci: 34 overall with 665 in HL subjects including HL 6 in maths and physics BTEC:See qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry for detailed subject and grade requirements

Combine the skills and knowledge of a Physics degree with the tools you need to solve real-world problems with data science techniques.

Physicists study the fundamental forces of nature and how materials behave and are much sought-after for their range of mathematical, analytical, and computer programming skills. As companies, governments, non-profits, and research organisations are starting to adjust to the massive amounts of data that are becoming available with the advent of new technologies, data science skills are increasingly in demand.

This programme covers all of the core topics of the BSc/MSci Physics degree, including quantum mechanics, gravitation, condensed matter physics, astronomy, and laboratory experiments.

You will have the opportunity to develop your Python programming skills, learn how to apply advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques, and gain insight from any kind of data using a toolkit of practical data analysis methods.

For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/F30S or qmul.ac.uk/F30T