Course summary
The MSc Physics will help you develop a rounded education across the breadth of physics with an in-depth research project, supported by expert academics. You will learn to communicate to a broad audience and make physics accessible for all on current topics in physics. You will present your understanding through innovative techniques including vlogging, infographics, patents, apps, outreach experiments and articles for The Conversation. The MRes Physics will develop your practical skills and theoretical knowledge in a specialist area of physics, according to your personal aspirations. You will combine taught modules with a year-long extended project whereby the course* will help you gain extensive knowledge in a particular subject area, as you develop vital research skills. You will be taught by experienced academics discussing forefront industry topics such as nanotechnology, space weather and upper atmosphere and applications for micro-fluidic fundamentals.
Modules
Core modules: Research Methodology and Ethics; Research Project. Optional modules: Medical Imaging; Imaging Matter: From Atoms to Galaxies; Current Topics in Physics; 21st Century Scientist; Advanced Quantum Mechanics; General Relativity
Assessment method
Research project, case studies, experimental based work, image analysis
How to apply
International applicants
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
You will need a UK honours degree (minimum 2.2) from a range of physics-based degrees, engineering or related disciplines. Applicants with relevant employment experience will also be considered.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please see our Fees and Funding page:
https://www.ntu.ac.uk/study-and-courses/postgraduate/fees-and-funding
Sponsorship information
Visit our website for more information on our scholarships and bursaries. https://www.ntu.ac.uk/study-and-courses/postgraduate/fees-and-funding
Provider information
Nottingham Trent University
50 Shakespeare Street
Nottingham
NG1 4FQ