Subjects

Physics and astronomy

Explore some of the biggest questions in science and develop skills you’ll need to succeed in a variety of careers. Learn from experts who are leading the way with groundbreaking physics research, including how to build a quantum computer, detect dark matter and distribute clean energy.

Undergraduate courses   Postgraduate taught courses  

Undergraduate courses

Choose undergraduate year:

Undergraduate

Physics with a Foundation Year BSc MPhys

2026-27 / September start

Gain the scientific background needed for a physics degree with our foundation year course. Study the laws that shape the universe and gain the fundamental knowledge and skills that every physicist needs for a successful career.
Undergraduate

Physics BSc

2026-27 / September start

Study the laws that shape the universe with our accredited BSc Physics course. Explore the topics behind major technological advancements, and gain the fundamental knowledge and skills that every physicist needs for a successful career.
Undergraduate

Physics MPhys

2026-27 / September start

Study the laws that shape the universe with our accredited MPhys Physics course. Gain the fundamental knowledge and skills that every physicist needs for a successful career and spend most of your final year working on your own research project.
Undergraduate

Theoretical Physics BSc

2026-27 / September start

Explore the mathematical principles that define physics with our accredited BSc Theoretical Physics course. Build a detailed understanding of mathematical concepts and gain the fundamental knowledge of physics you’ll need for a successful career.
Undergraduate

Theoretical Physics MPhys

2026-27 / September start

Explore the mathematical principles that define physics with our accredited Theoretical Physics MPhys course. Gain fundamental knowledge of physics, build a detailed understanding of mathematical concepts and spend most of your final year working on…
Undergraduate

Physics and Astrophysics BSc

2026-27 / September start

Study the matter of our universe and the laws that govern it with our accredited course. Gain fundamental knowledge of physics, and develop the key skills and understandings of astrophysics necessary for a successful career.
Undergraduate

Physics and Astrophysics MPhys

2026-27 / September start

Study the matter of our universe and the laws that govern it with our accredited Physics and Astrophysics MPhys course. Gain fundamental knowledge necessary for a successful future career and spend most of your final year working on your own…

Postgraduate taught courses

Postgraduate taught

Artificial Intelligence for Science MSc

September 2026 start

Broaden your understanding of cutting-edge topics in artificial intelligence and learn how to apply these methods to scientific problems across a variety of research fields.

Postgraduate taught

Physics MSc

September 2026 start

Explore key topics at the cutting edge of physics and develop the practical skills used by professional physicists.

Postgraduate taught

Astrophysics MSc

September 2026 start

Explore key topics at the cutting edge of modern astrophysics and develop the practical skills used by professional astrophysicists.

Postgraduate taught

Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc

September 2026 start

Work with experts to tackle some of the biggest ideas in science and expand your understanding of advanced mathematical tools.

Postgraduate taught

Science Communication MSc

September 2026 start

Science can change the world - but only if people understand it. Taught by experts across science and journalism, we’ll train you to use key media technology to effectively communicate science to (and for) the public, the media, business and beyond.