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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


7th in the UK for our research environment in Physics in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)


About the course

If you’re keen to study physics but fascinated by data analysis and machine learning, this course is for you.Technological advancements in physics and data science methods allow us to respond to a wide range of problems. These include modelling disease evolution, mitigating climate change and optimising business models.You’ll study the fundamentals of both subjects, and develop the skills to tackle some of the biggest data driven challenges in modern science.Options enable you to specialise in areas you find most fascinating. They include:- quantum mechanics- scientific computing- electrodynamics- data structure and algorithms. In your final year project you could be working with our expert physicists and data scientists. Our faculty are at the forefront of their fields. Their work includes developing next generation quantum computers, exploring dark energy and quantum effects in black holes, searching for fundamental particles at CERN, and working with NASA’s James Webb Telescope. By graduation you’ll have gained skills much in demand by employers, including computer programming skills, data analysis and solid research skills. Career options include work in finance, data analytics and software development.Our department is a friendly, close-knit community. Our lecturers take time to get to know you and are available to offer support. So you‘ll always find help, if you need it.


Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Institute of Physics.


MPhys or BSc?

We also offer this course as a four-year degree.


Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London. About the University of Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Application deadline

29/01/2025

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,250per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

University information

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    43rd

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    34th out of 117

    38th out of 48 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    133 60%

    47th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    32nd

    6
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    68th

    42
  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    141 63%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    42nd

    3
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.26 82%

    13th

    1

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