Physics, MPhys (Hons), with study abroad

Course summary

Physics is the study of the fundamental processes of our Universe, and the laws of physics underpin the other natural sciences.This degree programme covers all aspects of physics, from the very basics to the current frontiers of knowledge.The early years of the programme are broad-based, providing a robust foundation for advanced physics and mathematics courses.In Year 4, you will have the opportunity to complete an innovative research project at a partner institution overseas. In your final year back in Edinburgh, you can specialise by taking courses from different fields based on your:

• interests

• year abroad experience

• career ambitions

• particle physics

• nuclear physics

• condensed matter

• fluids

• optics

• cosmology

• astronomy