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The University of Salford

Salford , England ,United Kingdom

B.SC (HONS) PURE AND APPLIED PHYSICS

Physics underpins everyday life, from the structure of the universe to the smartphone in your hand. A Pure and Applied Physics degree will put you in position to discover the next scientific breakthroughs and innovations. This specially designed course is ideal if you have a non-standard mathematics background but are keen to pursue physics and develop your enquiring mind.

Physics is at the heart of modern life. By having the knowledge to discover future technological advances and find applications for scientific discoveries, qualified physicist are driving our future. Accredited by the Institute of Physics, this course provides you with an advanced knowledge base ready to build a career in teaching, research or industry. The course is delivered using engaging tutorial and laboratory activities. We use small group teaching to make you feel supported.

In the NSS 2020 survey, Physics courses received 90% overall satisfaction [University of Salford analysis of unpublished NSS 2020 data].

You will:

  • Be introduced to the whole breadth of physics including classical physics, quantum physics, particle physics and relativity
  • Explore the fundamentals of physics and the connecting mathematical principles
  • Benefit from practical laboratories that will reinforce your understanding of the laws of physics and their application
  • Participate in learning laboratory group exercises that will enhance your problem solving skills
  • Be able to take a placement year to increase your skills within the industry

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 15

Application Process

Application Processing
15 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

As a Salford physics graduate, you'll have no shortage of exciting career options. Due to the analytical and problem-solving nature of physics, this degree opens a wide range of pathways. Previous Salford physics graduates have found roles in a diverse range of sectors, including medical physics, defense, finance, research, education, engineering and the nuclear industry.

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
  • 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

GCSE

English Language and Mathematics at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent). You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below

Undergraduate

The following grades are normally required (exam board in brackets): 50% (West Bengal), 55% (ISC, awarded by CISCE), 60% (CBSE), 65% (all other state boards) for undergraduate study.

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