Course summary

This course is perfect for you if you have a keen interest in physics. It really is the perfect blend of learning, both in the classroom and in the lab. We'll build your knowledge and theory whilst developing your hands-on skills in our well-equipped laboratories. You’ll start with studying the fundamental concepts of undergraduate physics before exploring some of the fascinating and more specialist topics – all at the cutting edge of physics and taught by our expert staff. Employers want confident and experienced physics graduates. We’ll support you every step of the way to gain that vital experience. Our expert staff will provide support and guidance throughout your final year project, you can volunteer in our research labs, apply to take a one year placement in industry and your personal tutor will be there to provide the help and guidance that you need. Why choose this course?

• You’ll learn in inspiring environments. We have a custom-built, on-campus observatory recognised by the International Astronomical Union, a radio telescope, a CT scanner, new microscopes, MRI scanners, a scanning tunnelling microscope and an ionising radiation laboratory. This ensures that you get the practical experience you need to pursue a successful career.

• You’ll study innovative accredited courses. Our pioneering courses and research are carried out in close collaboration with university and industry partners worldwide, giving our students skills and knowledge which are highly relevant to the needs of industry. Our undergraduate MSci and BSc Physics courses are accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) which will help you to achieve Chartered Physicist status sooner.

• You’ll help to deliver research with impact. Our physics staff contribute to research activity in a number of areas including Superhydrophobic Surfaces, Medical Resonance Imaging, Art Conservation and Space Weather. Every year approximately ten of our students undertake paid summer placements in these research groups, giving them hands-on experience of cutting edge research groups. NTU has recently been awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for research – the highest national award achievable.

• You’ll have the opportunity to get experience. Our courses offer the opportunity to apply for a placement in the UK or abroad, giving you the real-life experience employers are looking for. Recent year-long placements have taken place at CERN, E.ON, The Netherlands Forensic Institute and Diamond Light Source. There are paid summer placements in our research groups, where you get hands-on research experience. Our students have also undertaken paid summer placements in local secondary schools and at British Antarctic Survey.