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Physics and Philosophy - MSci (Hons)

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

  • Location

    Clifton Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Join a University ranked in the UK top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.This course provides an exciting intellectual challenge from the outset. In year one, you will study physics and mathematics and philosophical topics such as metaphysics, ethics and the theory of knowledge.Subsequent years allow you to study the overlap between physics and philosophy in depth. You will study the philosophy of science and the foundations and philosophy of physics, as well as optional units that allow you to pursue further philosophical interests.This course allows you to develop a physicist's broad range of skills, including problem-solving, numeracy and communication. You will supplement these skills with a philosopher's ability to rigorously analyse complex texts and form coherent arguments regarding significant contemporary scientific and societal issues.In your final year, you will undertake a major project within Physics, working in a research group with an academic member of staff. These final-year projects address questions at the frontier of our research fields. You will also undertake an independent study project within Philosophy to undertake extensive personal research into a philosophical question on a topic of your choosing (subject to approval), supervised by a member of staff with relevant expertise.MSci courses allow you to study advanced research-led material in your final year, developing originality in your application of knowledge and development of advanced techniques to solve problems.Join our friendly department with an active, award-winning student society. We support you to develop a broad range of experimental, theoretical and analytical skills, as well as to develop your understanding and creativity in applying your skills more widely. These are vital for a career in research or industry.Our graduates have an excellent record of employment across a range of industries. This is a testament to the value that employers place on these skills.Think Big bursaries (https://www.bristol.ac.uk/students/support/finances/scholarships/think-big-undergraduate/) of £3,000 are available to support first-year international undergraduate students in this subject area.AccreditationsOur Physics and Philosophy MSci is accredited by IOP (https://www.iop.org/education/support-work-higher-education/degree-accreditation-recognition).

Tuition fees

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£ 31,300per year

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University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Beacon House, Queens Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, United Kingdom

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Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
Over a quarter of Bristol students are international, with students from more than 150 countries helping to create a friendly and diverse community.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    13th out of 45 1

    10th out of 46 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    161 81%

    11th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    19th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    36th

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    177 77%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    17th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    34th

    3

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