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Physics with International Experience - 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.Combine in-depth training as a physicist with the experience of living overseas, this course follows the structure of the MSci Physics (https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/2026/physics/msci-physics/) degree, but you will spend your third year at a partner university, either studying or working as a researcher. The programme will be agreed with a tutor at Bristol and the working language will be English.During your time abroad, you will spend most of your time taking advantage of opportunities available locally. This may mean carrying out a full-time research project as part of a research team at your host university. Previous students have studied astrophysics in Canada, nanophysics in Brazil, and particle physics in the US.You can also take taught courses through Bristol's Global Opportunities programme. This means that you will continue to study core physics via distance learning, in readiness for returning to Bristol for your final year.In your final year, you will undertake a major project, working in a research group with a staff member. Our students' final year projects address questions at the frontier of our research fields. The most successful have been published in scientific journals.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 of how to apply 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 with International Experience 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

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

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.
The Careers Service offers advice, events and resources for international students during their studies and for up to three years after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Physics & Astronomy

    10th out of 46 2

  • 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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