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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
University of Strathclyde
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP-21
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Duration
12 months
Course summary
Rated No1 for Physics Research in the UK (REF2014 GPA Scores, Times Higher Education), this course gives you the opportunity to explore and master theoretical, computational and experimental physics skills with wide application.
Our four divisions – Nanoscience, Optics, Plasmas and the Institute of Photonics – all contribute research-based teaching expertise to the course. You can choose taught elements relevant to your career interests from a wide range of topics, including: theoretical and computational physics; quantum optics and quantum information; complexity science; physics and the life sciences; solid-state physics; plasma physics.
The knowledge you gain in the taught components is then put to use in a cutting-edge research project, which can be theoretical, computational or experimental.
Learning & teaching
Our teaching is based on lectures, tutorials, workshops, laboratory experiments, and research projects.
Assessment
The final assessment will be based on your performance in examinations, coursework, a research project and, if required, in an oral examination.
Careers
A Masters degree in physics prepares you for a wide and versatile range of careers in science and engineering as well as all areas of management, financial services, etc. Many graduates proceed to a PhD.
Modules
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
35th
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Campus address
University of Strathclyde, McCance Building, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G1 1XQ, Scotland
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Subject ranking
31st out of 49 3
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Entry standards
/ Max 240189 82%10th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10068 68%42nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.13 83%25th
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