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London South Bank University

2 physics courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 71th
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I am currently studying MSc Data Science at London South Bank University, and my experience has been really positive. The professors are excellent, very knowledgeable, and always ready to help students whenever needed. The university is truly student friendly and understands the challenges we face. They always try their best to provide the right support and guidance. The placement opportunities here are also excellent, with a strong focus on helping students build their careers. Overall, LSBU is a great place to study, learn, and grow.

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Cardiff Metropolitan University

4 physics courses WALES
WUSCA ranking: 43th
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The campus is easily accessible by bus and also offers a car park, getting to campus is so easy and convenient and the area is a lot quieter as it’s not central, they offer an app where you can earn points when you buy from the food places in the uni the points turn into money which u can then spend, the thing I found the hardest was getting around I would’ve enjoyed a tour on my first day it would’ve made me feel less nervous but the people at reception are happy to help the support from my lectures especially my personal tutor has been amazing I couldn’t have picked a uni more convenient for me.

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Southampton, Solent University

1 physics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 90th
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Southampton Solent University is an overall great place for students to study, offering excellent facilities, supportive staff, and a diverse learning environment. The university provides a practical approach to education, ensuring students gain real-world experience alongside their academic studies. However, student life could be enhanced by offering more social events, parties, and get-togethers. These activities would help students connect, build friendships, and create a stronger sense of community on campus. With a livelier student social scene, Solent University would become an even more enjoyable and well-rounded place to study.

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Bangor University

7 physics courses WALES
WUSCA ranking: 38th
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One of the things I love about my University is the accessibility of different resources and how you can get everything you need within a 10 to 20-minute walk. While it does rain quite often, I also love the climate and the landscape especially in my accommodation, which overlooks a cute little golf course. One of the things I am not very fond of, personally is the fact that the weather can make me feel low and depressed easily which has been a common occurrence, but that too is not so much a University thing as it is personal and geographical. To be frank, I do not have much to complain, if at all, about my time here in Bangor University.

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  • XPE-3220: Secondary School Experience
  • XPE-4212: Secondary Prof, Ped and Core
  • XPE-4214: Secondary Subject Studies
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University of York

26 physics courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 19th
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There are excellent lecturers and student support services (particularly academic skills). The campus has a good feel and has a lot of outdoor seating which will be nice when the weather is warm. Lecture rooms are good but the seats are very uncomfortable. There is little impact from the students' union, for example there was no 'refreshers fayre' for January intake students, which also impacts the student life score.

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Physics with a foundation year
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  • Electromagnetism, Waves & Optics
  • Experimental Laboratory I
  • Introduction to Thermal & Quantum Physics
  • Mathematics I
  • Newtonian & Relativistic Mechanics
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Physics - MPhys
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  • Electromagnetism, Waves & Optics
  • Experimental Laboratory I
  • Introduction to Thermal & Quantum Physics
  • Mathematics I
  • Newtonian & Relativistic Mechanics
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University of Portsmouth

4 physics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 26th
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WUSCA ranking: 84th
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The library facilities are amazing. However, especially during exam times, there would not be enough space, so it would be nice if it was a bit bigger. The gym facilities were also nice, especially as a way to unwind.

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Physics
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  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Introduction to Computational Physics
  • Introduction to Laboratory and Field Physics
  • Introduction to Mathematical Physics 1
  • Introduction to Mathematical Physics 2
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Physics - MPhys (Hons)
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  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Introduction to Computational Physics
  • Introduction to Laboratory and Field Physics
  • Introduction to Mathematical Physics 1
  • Introduction to Mathematical Physics 2
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University of Leicester

12 physics courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 24th
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WUSCA ranking: 32th
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The campus is easy access, even for someone who isn’t living in student accommodation on campus. Every member of staff and member of the student union that I’ve spoken to has been extremely helpful and has helped to clarify any issues that I’ve been having. The university of Leicester is a challenging, yet exciting institution to study at.

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  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Experimental Physics 1
  • Light and Matter
  • Mathematical Physics 1.1
  • Mathematical Physics 1.2
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  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Experimental Physics 1
  • Light and Matter
  • Mathematical Physics 1.1
  • Mathematical Physics 1.2
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Brunel University of London

1 physics courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 65th
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The university often hold different types of activities for students to participate, which allows students to get together and meet more new friends. Also, it is convenient to have a Costcutter on campus and a LIdl within a 10 min walking distance. Meanwhile if student needs help and went to the student hub, it often take a long time for queuing up to seek help.

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University of Plymouth

1 physics courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 50th
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I've loved studying at the University of Plymouth so far! Staff are really friendly and have always been really happy to help. The SU is great for relaxing between lectures during the day as well as for clubbing on a Saturday night. I'm also really enjoying my course and Plymouth is in a great location to try out fieldwork in different habitats.

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  • Calculus and Analysis (MATH1602)
  • Geometry and Group Theory (MATH1611)
  • Linear Algebra and Complex Numbers (MATH1603)
  • Mathematical Reasoning (MATH1601)
  • Numerical and Computational Methods (MATH1610)
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University of West London

3 physics courses LONDON
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What makes my uni a great place to study is their student support. They try to help their students in any way possible to ensure that students get the best out of their education. I think it would be better if the university put more effort into societies and clubs such as sporting clubs and teams . It would help the university to have more of a community and really showcase other talents other than what students already study on their courses. My university do have societies and some sporting teams, however some of the societies don’t run anymore and it’s not made to be as big as it was when I first heard about it before I joined uni. I think it’s important to have that feel of community and university culture and to also show the inclusiveness of different cultures, groups and activities in which people associate them selves with.

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Studying about Physics

A physics degree involves examining the nature and properties of both matter and energy. The topics covered within a physics degree range from particle physics and climate change, to electromagnetic fields, quantum physics and so much more. A degree in physics tends to encompass a mix of both theoretical and practical work, in order to understand how important phenomena work. Graduates of a physics degree will often work in research, in education, as practitioners and so on.

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