Course summary
Overview Our flagship Physics Master’s course is a highly flexible degree programme, allowing you to explore physics in greater depth -whether for personal interest or as a pathway to a career as a professional scientist. Alongside core modules, you’ll have the freedom to tailor your studies to your interests with a wide range of optional modules, covering advanced areas such as astrophysics, quantum physics, geophysics, fluid mechanics, and computing. You’ll develop essential skills in mathematics, communication, and teamwork, preparing you for a career in science or a range of other industries. You'll also gain expertise in research, problem-solving, and computing - skills which are highly valued by employers. In both your third and fourth years, you’ll undertake research projects which align with your interests. Many students use these projects to explore the research specialisms of our staff, while others pursue their own ideas. You’ll have the exciting option to collaborate on a medical physics project with the hospital next to campus. Your fourth-year project can build on your third-year research or focus on a completely new topic, giving you the flexibility to shape your academic journey to your passions and career aspirations. With small class sizes and a supportive academic environment, you’ll build close relationships with our friendly and approachable staff. You’ll also benefit from our world-class facilities, including advanced science laboratories and high-tech equipment. Through hands-on experiments, you’ll develop a deeper practical understanding of physics, making your studies even more engaging. By the time you graduate, you’ll be a highly employable professional and well prepared to continue your studies in higher education if you choose so. Our graduates go on to excel in science-based industries or pursue rewarding academic and research careers. Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Modules
In your first year, you’ll be given a foundation in a broad range of physics topics, including quantum mechanics, astrophysics, mathematics and relativity. You’ll build on this basis in your second year with teaching in intermediate physics topics and advanced mathematics, while beginning to customise your degree with a number of optional modules in diverse fields. You can choose to complement your compulsory modules with a focus on electronics, energy, oceans, tectonics or meteorology. In your third year, you’ll have an even greater choice of modules to study alongside advanced physics topics and an independent research project. This MPhys degree culminates in a fourth and final year which allows you to tackle advanced, Masters level topics through modules and a dissertation in cutting-edge physics.
How to apply
This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F303
- Institution code:
- E14
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - D: 36 credits M: 9 credits
Scottish Higher - AAAAA
Scottish Advanced Higher - BBC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 33 points
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
T Level - Not accepted
GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4 or C and GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C. UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes – please see our website www.uea.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions for further information. We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please contact us at https://www.uea.ac.uk/course/undergraduate/mphys-physics
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) |
We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing) We will also accept a number of other English language qualifications. Please check our website for details: https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies
English Language equivalencies
https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
England | £9535* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
International | £27900* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
Provider information
University of East Anglia UEA
Norwich Research Park
Norwich
NR4 7TJ