PHYSICS BSc (Hons)

DURATION & STUDY MODE
4 years full-time, 5 years full-time (sandwich), typically 6 years part-time

DEVELOP YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF PHYSICS AS A CORE SCIENCE

The BSc Physics degree will develop your understanding of the fundamentals of physics as a core science, and will build your knowledge and professional skills to prepare you for a career in any area of physics, including industrial applications and academic research.
You will be taught by research-active academics who are specialists in their field. UWS is part of a group of Scottish universities which have formed a research alliance with the aim of placing Scotland at the forefront of physics research.
There is high demand for physics graduates in Scotland and around the world, from industries including microelectronic telecommunications, optics and energy.
Physicists are also in demand in the public services, including in schools and hospitals, the civil service and research laboratories. UWS graduates now work with major companies including BAe Systems, Fujitsu, Motorola, and Nikon.

This course is accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP).