MRes Physics
Nottingham Trent University
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Introduction:You will combine taught modules with a year-long extended project whereby the course will help you gain extensive knowledge in a particular subject area, as you develop vital research skills.You will be taught by experienced academics discussing forefront industry topics such as nanotechnology, space weather and upper atmosphere and applications for micro-fluidic fundamentals.Work closely with a dedicated academic team who are all active researchers in their own right, and who ...Read more

Introduction:

You will combine taught modules with a year-long extended project whereby the course will help you gain extensive knowledge in a particular subject area, as you develop vital research skills.

You will be taught by experienced academics discussing forefront industry topics such as nanotechnology, space weather and upper atmosphere and applications for micro-fluidic fundamentals.

Work closely with a dedicated academic team who are all active researchers in their own right, and who regularly publish in top physics journals. Visit our

  • academic team pages
  • to find out more about the ways in which we support you and explore our research interests.

    Careers and employability

    The industry will value the skills you have acquired, including teamwork, expertise in communication, hands-on experience and technical know-how. The course provides excellent foundations for a career across various industries and roles, such as business analysts, physicists, management and financial traders. In addition, the course is an excellent basis for studying towards PhD research.

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    Research is about more than writing papers and proposing new ideas. By daring to think differently, we’re disrupting the research landscape and finding the answers to the questions that matter. From conservation management to sustainable farming, we’re inspiring the brightest minds to rise and find solutions to some of the most significant global challenges facing society.

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    WUSCA ranking:
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    13/279
    CUG Subject Ranking
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    44th
    CUG Ranking
    CUG Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    45th
    What students say
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    Rhys
    13 Dec 24

    Nottingham Trent University has been a great way for me to start making friends, there is many different ways at university to find and make new friends. The staff have been super..Read more

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    Brandon
    19 Nov 24

    Very good SU, many societies and sports. Good gym. Big..Read more

    Modules

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    Entry requirements

    Students will need a UK honours degree (minimum 2.2) from a range of physics-based degrees, engineering or related disciplines. Applicants with relevant employment experience will also be considered.

    Tuition fees

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    £17,500 per year

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    Accommodation - Approximate Average £550 - £1173 Monthly

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    Nottingham Trent University
    Nottingham Trent University , Nottingham

    NTU is one of the biggest and most popular universities in the UK offering a number of benefits for postgraduate...

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    College Dr Clifton Nottingham NG11 8NS United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Beeston  0.7 miles away
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