Physics with Professional Placement
University of Exeter
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

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SEP-26

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

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SEP-26

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Streatham Campus

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OverviewOur programmes cover a wide range of topics, both applied and theoretical, directly developed from research taking place at ExeterLearn within a supportive community characterised by genuine student-staff relationshipsOur continuous skills development programme, designed with industry partners, will enable you to craft a digital portfolio and CV to showcase your skills to potential employersOption to combine your degree with a salaried research placement at companies such as Renishaw, ...Read more

OverviewOur programmes cover a wide range of topics, both applied and theoretical, directly developed from research taking place at ExeterLearn within a supportive community characterised by genuine student-staff relationshipsOur continuous skills development programme, designed with industry partners, will enable you to craft a digital portfolio and CV to showcase your skills to potential employersOption to combine your degree with a salaried research placement at companies such as Renishaw, the Home Office, and the Rutherford Appleton LaboratoriesOpportunity to join a close-knit student society with great social events throughout the yearBenefit from access to advanced research facilities.Your futureStudents in Physics labEmployability skills are an integral part of the physics curriculum. The flexibility and adaptability of a well-trained physicist is appreciated by employers: they acknowledge the benefits of excellent problem solving skills, an educated scientific intuition, and the confidence to be able to grasp new concepts quickly.Our degree programmes include:A continuous Skills Development programme that will lead to the creation of a professional portfolioExtensive problem-solving skills trainingDevelopment of group working skillsTraining in scientific communicationScientific data analysis training.In addition, the purpose of the extended project work in both the BSc and MPhys programmes is for you to develop research skills. You will learn to present and scientifically defend your work and ideas in a variety of ways. The experience and skills developed not only form a valuable basis for a research career, but are also known to be highly valued by employers.Career pathsThe largest proportion of our graduates enter science-based industries in positions involving research and development, production and management. Other careers include scientific work in government establishments (e.g., QinetiQ or Harwell Laboratories), hospital physics in the NHS, and technical management in broadcasting and the communications sector. Some work in high-tech start-up companies.The broad-based skills acquired during your degree will give you an excellent grounding for a wide variety of careers, not only those related to Physics but also in wider fields. Examples of roles recent graduates are now working as include:Academic ResearcherActuary AstronomerChartered and Certified AccountantCyber Security ProfessionalEngineerFinancial Accounts ManagerIT Business Analyst and Systems ArchitectProgrammerSoftware DeveloperTeacher

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53/91
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13th
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11th
What students say
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Ben
15 Dec 25

It's a good uni, close to the city centre and with good transport links for further afield. Not much space to study on campus, as the library is just full of the same people..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
13 Oct 25

The best part is how beautiful the campus is The worst part is the building works happening outside my room..Read more

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£9,790 per year

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£9,790 per year

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Students from England

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Students from Scotland

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,790 per year

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£31,200 per year

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£31,200 per year

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Latest reviews

Latest Physics reviews

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Ben
15 Dec 25
Physics with Astrophysics - MPhys
It's a good uni, close to the city centre and with good transport links for further afield. Not much space to study on campus, as the library is just full of the same people...
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SR
Student Reviewer
13 Oct 25
Physics with Professional Placement - MPhys
The best part is how beautiful the campus is The worst part is the building works happening outside my room...
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University of Exeter
Northcote House The Queen's Drive, Exeter Devon England EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

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