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Contents
2 Welcome
3 Why study physics and astronomy at Nottingham?
5 Degree courses
25 How will I study?
27 How will I be assessed?
29 Career and employment prospects
31 Student profile
33 Your student experience
37 Applying for a place
39 Frequently asked questions
41 Visiting and contacting us
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Undergraduates Anisa Mazidian and James Cottell aligning a telescope on
the roof of the Physics building for project work.
@UoN_Physics
The school
Our reputation
Teaching environment
Your tutor
Degree courses
UCAS code
Duration
A levels
IB
Places
Single honours
UCAS code
Duration
A levels
IB
Places
BSc Physics
F300
3 years
A*AA-AAA
F326
3 years
A*AA-AAA
MSci Physics
F303
4 years
A*AA-AAA
F325
4 years
A*AA-AAA
F3F5
3 years
A*AA-AAA
F3FM
4 years
A*AA-AAA
FV35
3 years
A*AA-AAA
F390
3 years
A*AA-AAA
CGFO
4 years***
BBB
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F391
4 years
A*AA-AAA
CFGO
5 years***
BBB
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F350
3 years
A*AA-AAA
F371
4 years
A*AA-AAA
F3R9
3 years
A*AA-AAA
F3RX
4 years
A*AA-AAA
F344
3 years
A*AA-AAA
F345
4 years
A*AA-AAA
F346
3 years
A*AA-AAA
F340
4 years
A*AA-AAA
FF31
3 years
AAB
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FFH1
4 years
AAB
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BSc Physics and Philosophy
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Foundation programmes
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BSc Physics
Year two
Year three
Core modules
include:
From Newton to
Einstein
Computing for
Physical Science
Introductory
Experimental
Physics
Quantitative Physics
Mathematics
for Physics and
Astronomy
Core modules
include:
The Quantum World
Thermal and
Statistical Physics
Classical Fields
Wave Phenomena
Intermediate
Experimental
Physics
Core modules
include:
Physics Project
Atoms, Photons
and Fundamental
Particles
Introduction to Solid
State Physics
Core module:
Physics Research
Project
Optional modules
include:
The Structure of
Stars
The Structure of
Galaxies
Health Physics
Force and Function
at the Nanoscale
Molecular
Biophysics
Principles of
Dynamics
Symmetry and
Action Principles in
Physics
Optional modules
include:
From Accelerators to
Medical Imaging
Atmospheric Physics
Introduction to
Cosmology
Extreme Astrophysics
Functional Medical
Imaging
Imaging and
Manipulation at the
Nanoscale
Nonlinear Dynamics
and Chaos
Quantum Coherent
Phenomena
Quantum Dynamics
Soft Condensed
Matter
Semiconductor
Physics
Scientific Computing
Theoretical Particle
Physics
Theory Toolbox
Optional modules
include:
Gravity
Politics, Perception and
Philosophy of Physics
Order, disorder and
fluctuations
Advanced topics in
Nanoscience Research
Imaging and Image
Processing
Modern Cosmology
Quantum Coherent
Devices
Light and Matter
Quantum Transport
Research Techniques
in Astronomy
Modern Applications of
Physics
Physics student
For more detailed module information please visit the individual course listings at www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugstudy
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MSci Physics
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The transferable skills acquired in these studentcentred modules (collaborative research, working
to deadlines, making presentations) are highly
prized by employers, giving MSci graduates a
major advantage in the job market.
The other aspect of the fourth year is a large
research project. The innovative style of this
project module and the quality of the work
produced by our students has been highly
acclaimed by the external examiners. Project
sponsors include companies and industry, local
hospitals and research institutions as well as
world-leading research groups in the school.
You will act as a student consultant, and, having
characterised the problem, you will set about
devising a solution. To do this, you will draw on
your extensive knowledge of physics, seeking
advice from the staff here and using the resources
of the school to implement your proposals. These
projects offer the benefit of allowing you to apply
the range of skills that you have acquired in
physics to a real-world research problem. They
also allow you to practise your transferable skills
and this means that as a graduate you are well
prepared for a wide variety of careers, including
research and the world of business.
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The Science Foundation Programme is a oneyear full-time course for students who have the
potential to succeed in degree-level science
subjects but do not, at the time of applying, have
the appropriate qualifications for direct yearone entry. The intake requirement potential to
succeed is determined on an individual basis,
taking into account previous academic experience
and work-life experience. Candidates will not
normally have previously studied for A levels in
both mathematics and physics.
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Medical Physics
Nanoscience
Particle Physics
Principles of Dynamics
Quantum Optics
Semiconductor Devices
Structure of Stars and Galaxies
However, you are also free to choose 10 credits
per semester from elsewhere in the University; you
might want to improve your future employability
with modules in a language or business skills, or
(subject to certain pre-requisite skills) you could
choose to pursue an interest in anything from
archaeology to zoology.
Assessment
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Recent graduates
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Application process
Required subjects
Alternative qualifications
For tips and advice at every step of your application journey, visit our undergraduate
applicants area: www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugapplicants
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Mature applicants
International students
Deferred entry
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