Computational Physics degrees in Edinburgh

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Heriot-Watt University

1 computational-physics courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 38th
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WUSCA ranking: 48th
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What I like most about Heriot-Watt is how practical and career-focused the learning is. The lecturers are knowledgeable and supportive, and the teaching feels relevant to real-world jobs rather than just theory. The campus is calm, green, and well-maintained, which makes it a really nice place to study. I’ve also enjoyed meeting people from different countries and backgrounds, which has made my university experience more interesting and helped me grow personally. Worst aspects / improvements: Sometimes the workload can feel heavy, especially when multiple deadlines fall around the same time. I also feel that transport to and from campus could be better, particularly in the evenings, as it can be a bit inconvenient for students who don’t live nearby. Overall, Even with these small issues, my experience at Heriot-Watt has been positive, and it’s a supportive place that prepares students well for their future careers.

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Physics with Industrial Placement - MPhys
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The University of Edinburgh

2 computational-physics courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 16th
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I love the city in general. The University's libraries are good. with proper facilities that I can use, such as discussion rooms, computers, printers, even 3D printer! Some buildings look so old but in positive ways, make them look classic and cultured. However, in my own experience, some classrooms are a little bit aged. i mean, like some chairs are feel old, they are sometimes kind of wobbly, and some of them do not have enough leg room. Main library can be crowded when exam days come, but I think that is something that can not be avoided. i think it is good to add some space for classrooms or some like study hubs.

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Computational Physics - MPhys
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Computational Physics - BSc (Hons)
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