B.SC (HONS) PHYSICS

Physics underpins everyday life, from the structure of the universe to the smartphone in your hand. A BSc Physics degree at Salford will put you in position for a career where you can discover the next scientific breakthroughs and innovations.

Career-focused
BSc Physics at Salford is accredited by the Institute of Physics. The course will provide you with advanced subject knowledge so that you are ready to build a career in teaching, research or industry. Delivered over three years – or four with an industry placement year - you will study a suite of modules designed to help you become a world-class physicist.

Supportive learning
Studying Physics is rewarding but it can be challenging. We use small group teaching so that you feel supported and able to ask the questions that satisfy your enquiring mind. In the NSS 2020 survey, our Physics courses received 90% overall satisfaction [University of Salford analysis of unpublished NSS 2020 data].

Knowledge-building
As you experience engaging tutorial and laboratory activities, you will develop a greater understanding of waves, and properties of matter. You will build advanced knowledge in fields of nuclear and particle physics. As you progress, you can add specialisms in acoustics or nanotechnology. Want to go further? Physics at Salford is also available with an integrated masters route.

You will:

• Explore physics fundamentals, including classical dynamics, static and dynamic charges, quantum mechanics, fundamentals of relativity and atomic and nuclear physics
• Expand your knowledge and systematic understanding in quantum mechanics of atoms, molecules and solids, including the origin and limitations of the associated laws
• Understand the laws of physics that govern the behaviour of all systems, with application in modern technologies
• Experience computer laboratory sessions and learn the importance of mathematics in a quantitative description of physics, using symbolic computing and programming
• Develop skills desired by industry and academia, including team working, problem solving, communication and presentation skills