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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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3 Years
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Study the laws of the universe and the science behind major technological advances. Learn about international experiments to search for dark matter, ways to make solar energy systems more effective and how the quantum nature of light can help us build even more powerful computers.
Study the laws that shape the universe, from the structure of galaxies to the resonance of a violin, and unlock infinite possibilities for your own future.Physics BSc at Sheffield is where you really discover the epic scale of this field. You will learn about international experiments to search for dark matter, and how the quantum nature of light can help us build even more powerful computers. And at Sheffield, you’ll also learn how practical, lab-based learning brings the theories learned in lectures into the real world.Your journey into physics begins with heat, motion, quantum mechanics and the other fundamental theories behind everything. In year two, you’ll explore essential physics in even more depth, and tailor your degree as you choose optional modules like advanced programming, that will set you up for a future career.In your third year, you can branch out into multiple areas with modules on topics like particle physics, nuclear physics and semiconductor technologies. And of course you’ll have the chance to complete your own research project, or industrial group project, giving you hands-on experience investigating a real-world physics problem.
Why study this course?-
No. 1 physics department in the UK- 100% of our research and impact was rated world-leading or internationally excellent by REF 2021.-
More astro content than most degrees- you can study 50% astrophysics content throughout your degree, more than most universities offer.-
The latest equipment- you’ll study in our newly refurbished teaching laboratories, and access loads of specialist technologies – including two telescopes on the roof of our building which you’ll be able to use from your first year.-
Research opportunities- physics students can access incredible research projects, including a summer research placement, work placements and field trips, thanks to our links with organisations like CERN and the observatories on La Palma in the Canary Islands.
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
AB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:36,M:9 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
34 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
B Grades / Points required
including Maths and Physics + pass in the practical element of any science A Levels taken
in Maths and Physics + AABBB at Scottish Highers
Award of Access to HE Diploma in Science, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction (all in Maths/Physics units), and 9 at Merit
with 6, 5 (in any order) in Higher Level Maths and Physics
including Maths and Physics
+ AA in Maths and Physics at A Level
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