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Master of Physics - MPhys
Stag Hill
Sandwich
SEP-25
4 Years
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Master of Physics - MPhys
Stag Hill
Sandwich
SEP-25
4 Years
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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 studyThis 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.
Exam type
A levelA 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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