Explore the key topics at the cutting edge of physics, develop the practical skills used by professional physicists and conduct your own research project.
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in Physics or any degree where Physics is a named component, with relevant modules.
Module requirements
You should have studied at least four modules from the following list:
Electromagnetism
Mechanics
Quantum Mechanics
Solid State Physics
Statistical Physics or Statistical Mechanics
We also consider a wide range of international qualifications
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Our Physics MSc will provide you with the problem solving and data analysis skills that employers value in a variety of careers, such as computer programming, software engineering, data science, and researching and developing new products and services. University of Sheffield physics graduates have been employed by BT, EDF Energy, HSBC, IBM, Manchester United FC, Nissan, the NHS and the Civil Service.
You’ll cover advanced topics and gain extensive research training, which is also great preparation for a PhD and a career in physics research. University of Sheffield graduates have gone to work for many of the world's top 100 universities.
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