Physics with Quantum Computing MPhys
University of Surrey
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Master of Physics - MPhys

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**Why choose this course**Quantum technologies harness the unusual features of the quantum world to perform tasks that are difficult with conventional technologies alone.These courses cover the full spectrum of this exciting and rapidly developing field – from lasers and photonics to quantum information and quantum computing.There are two unique aspects of both our courses:1. Our award-winning  Professional Training placements: -Within the BSc, the option to take a paid Professional Training ...Read more


Why choose this course

Quantum technologies harness the unusual features of the quantum world to perform tasks that are difficult with conventional technologies alone.These courses cover the full spectrum of this exciting and rapidly developing field – from lasers and photonics to quantum information and quantum computing.There are two unique aspects of both our courses:1. Our award-winning  Professional Training placements: -Within the BSc, the option to take a paid Professional Training placement in industry gives you invaluable hands-on experience to enhance your employability.-On our MPhys, you’ll take a year-long, masters-level integrated research placement. This can be in one of our world-leading research groups or at one of our international partner institutions.2. Our focus on undergraduate research and innovation:-All undergraduates have the opportunity to apply for paid 8-10 week summer research placements in our research groups and those of our South East Physics Network partners.-We offer in-house ‘research and innovation’ and ‘enterprise’ grants that students can apply for to fund a research placement, attend a conference or develop a new business idea.


What you will study

This course combines elements of traditional physics with the study of quantum technologies, providing students with the ideal foundation to start a career in this emerging field.You’ll learn about existing quantum technologies, such as the devices used to transmit internet data and those behind the lasers in Blu-ray players.During your first year, you can switch between any of our specialist physics courses. You can apply to study for either a BSc or an MPhys. The latter is a direct route to a masters qualification, known as an integrated masters. On an MPhys, you’ll spend a year doing integrated research before returning for your final masters-level modules.

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WUSCA ranking:
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23/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
20th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
12th
Physics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 93 = 7% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
7%
Employment rate
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98%
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Physics graduate salary at this uni
£26,000
UK Physics graduate salary
£26,000
What students say
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James
08 Jan 25

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Astha
04 Dec 24

University is really student friendly and caters to students in all the possible ways. My experience has been great so far. However the location is very close to London, so we are..Read more

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A level

A level:

AAB - AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAABB - AAAAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AAB - AAA Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

35 - 34 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

D*DD Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Overall: AAA-AABWe do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers.Required Subjects: Mathematics at grade A and PhysicsApplicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.

Overall: AAAAB-AAABBRequired Subjects: Mathematics grade A and physics.GCSE or Equivalent: English Language: Scottish National 5 - C

Overall: AAA-AABRequired Subjects: Mathematics at grade A and PhysicsGCSE or Equivalent: English Language: Scottish National 5 - C

Overall:QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall including 45 at Distinction - 39 at Distinction and 6 at Merit. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade A.Required Subjects:Modules must be in relevant subjects.

Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects.This grade reduction will not combine with other grade reduction policies, such as contextual admissions policy or In2Surrey.

Overall: 35-34 Required Subjects:Physics HL5/SL6 and either Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL6/SL7 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL6.GCSE or Equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6

Overall: D*DD in the Extended Diploma and A level Mathematics grade A.Required Subjects:BTEC must be in a relevant subject. Also A level Mathematics grade A.

Overall: Pass overall with AAA-AAB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A levels. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass. We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers.Required Subjects: A-level mathematics at grade A and A-level physics.GCSE or Equivalent: Completion of GCSE English and Mathematics equivalents within the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.

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Physics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
99%
Physics
97%
Chemistry
40%
Further Mathematics
33%
Biology
9%
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08 Jan 25
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University of Surrey
University of Surrey , Guildford

The University of Surrey is a vibrant institution with a beautiful campus, located in Guildford, UK....

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Stag Hill Guildford Surrey GU2 7XH United Kingdom
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