Physics MSc 12 months Postgraduate Program By University of Surrey |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

21,000 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Physics and AstronomyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

You will select modules from a wide range of fundamental and applied physics topics. The application-focused modules are co-taught by practitioners in public service and industry to ensure that students gain real-world insight. A module in research skills will prepare you to apply your new knowledge and skills in an eleven-week research project undertaken during the summer. Your chosen research projects can open the door to many careers, not just further research. They will give you tangible experience of working independently and communicating your work effectively and efficiently in written form: key requirements in many professions.

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

You will select modules from a wide range of fundamental and applied physics topics. The application-focused modules are co-taught by practitioners in public service and industry to ensure that students gain real-world insight. A module in research skills will prepare you to apply your new knowledge and skills in an eleven-week research project undertaken during the summer. Your chosen research projects can open the door to many careers, not just further research. They will give you tangible experience of working independently and communicating your work effectively and efficiently in written form: key requirements in many professions.

Admission requirements

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A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in either Chemistry, Electronic Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. We'll also consider relevant work experience if you don't meet these requirements.

1 Year
Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

10,300 GBP
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International Students

21,000 GBP
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