Theoretical Physics degrees in Wales

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Swansea University

7 theoretical-physics courses WALES
Subject ranking: 35th
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WUSCA ranking: 84th
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Best aspects would definitely be the people and the location. By the beach but with safe and lively night life, which in my opinion is important for most undergrad students, also the welsh are lovely and friendly. It depends on the area but overall the city feels extremely safe which was important for me. Some of the buildings on the old campus (singleton) look a bit run-down especially when the sun isn't out so it might be worth them revamping some buildings to make certain parts look less depressing. But again thats only a few, and the walk to campus is lovely especially as theres a massive park/green space right next to campus, with a 2 minute detour taking you right to the beach. Can't say too much on the students' union because it looks good but i havent really engaged with it. They always have some sort of event going on but honestly i havent been to many, so maybe the events could be more engaging so more people including myself would go.

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Theoretical Physics - MPhys
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Year 1
  • PH-100 - Dynamics, Oscillations and Waves
  • PH-104 - Astronomy and Cosmology
  • PH-112 - Physics of Fields and Matter
  • PH-113 - Essential Skills for Physicists
  • PH-127 - The Quantum World
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Theoretical Physics
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Year 1
  • PH-100 - Dynamics, Oscillations and Waves
  • PH-104 - Astronomy and Cosmology
  • PH-112 - Physics of Fields and Matter
  • PH-113 - Essential Skills for Physicists
  • PH-127 - The Quantum World
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Aberystwyth University

3 theoretical-physics courses WALES
Subject ranking: 43rd
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WUSCA ranking: 54th
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Aberystwyth is a great University for Computer Science. I was a career changer with no experience coding before coming here and the course taught me everything I needed to gain a placement with a AAA game studio. I wanted to write this review because I remember looking for Universitys when applying and wondering if Aber is good. I saw a review saying that the course didn't prepare them for the Industry at all. I strongly disagree. As someone who didn't come from an ICT background and didn't code at all before, I can tell you you will learn everything you need. Just go to your practicles! Truth is because it's Computer Science attendence is low, and students who don't do the un-assesed practices and coursework will have a hard time. If you want to go to a Uni though where lecturers care about you, take the time to talk to you and are invested in your success it's a great choice. Aberystwyth also has good ties to the industry and goes out of its' way to get students career ready. If you want to know where students end up just look up the Uni on linkedIn. Aberystwyth has gotten rewards for its' teaching repeatedly, and rightfully so. Yes, it's not a Russel Group University and prestige is not on the same level, but if you're engaged and want to learn the skills and have great lecturers and an active student life (because there is really nothing else to distract you from your studies in Aberystwyth) it's a great choice.

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Mathematical and Theoretical Physics
calculator icon 112-120 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Career Planning and Skills Development
  • Classical Dynamics
  • Classical Physics
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Mathematical and Theoretical Physics - MMath (Hons)
calculator icon 128-144 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Career Planning and Skills Development
  • Classical Dynamics
  • Classical Physics
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