Gain advanced training under the supervision of leading experts and participate in ground-breaking research in physics and astrophysics. The School of Physics and Astronomy’s main research interests focus on the physics of quantum materials, applied optics, astrophysics and planetary science.
Physics and Astronomy at Kent has seen an increase in its Grade Point Average (GPA) to 3.06 in the Research Excellent Framework (REF) 2021. 93% of our outputs are classed as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (4* and 3*).
Reasons to study Physics at Kent
Become part of our dynamic research community and work alongside staff who produce innovative and interdisciplinary world-leading research.
Our active research centres and groups organise high-profile, international conferences and workshops. Find out more:
Regular investment in our laboratory facilities means you can access state-of-the-art equipment and computational facilities for your research.
A second class honours degree or higher in Physics, Chemistry or a physical sciences related course.
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All programmes equip you with the tools you need to conduct research, solve problems, communicate effectively and transfer skills to the workplace, which means our graduates are always in high demand. Our links with industry not only provide you with the opportunity to gain work experience during your degree, but also equip you with the general and specialist skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace.
Typical employment destinations for graduates from the physics programmes include power companies, aerospace, defence, optoelectronics and medical industries. Typical employment destinations for graduates from our forensic science and chemistry programmes include government agencies, consultancies, emergency services, laboratories, research or academia.
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