
Physics and astronomy
We are at the forefront of some of today's most exciting scientific discoveries which will provide you with an inspiring environment in which to study.
Live session
Ask our staff questions in a webinar to find out what the School of Physics and Astronomy has to offer.
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Introduction to Physics and Astronomy webinar (11:30-12 MSc opportunities; 12-12:30 PhD opportunities)
Event ended11 November, 11:30 - 12:30
Why study with us
Excellent career opportunites
Our graduates go on to all kinds of exciting careers from research and development and PhD study to finance and management.
Student centred learning
We value our students and provide a special learning space close to their tutors, so that both students and staff have plenty of opportunity to interact.
Vibrant research environment
Our postgraduate research students, who become an integral part of our world class research groups, benefit from the vibrant research culture of the School.
The MSc Astrophysics allowed me to expand and develop my skill set further than I expected myself to be capable of. This was chiefly due to the excellent teaching standards and endless support I received from the faculty.
Our postgraduate taught programmes
Course | Qualification | Mode |
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Astrophysics | MSc | Full time |
Compound Semiconductor Physics | MSc | Full time |
Data Intensive Astrophysics | MSc | Full time |
Data Intensive Physics | MSc | Full time |
Gravitational Wave Physics | MSc | Full time |
Physics | MSc | Full time |
Our postgraduate research programmes

Physics and Astronomy (PhD, MPhil)
The wide range of expertise within the School of Physics and Astronomy enables the School to offer a variety of opportunities for higher degrees by research: Astronomy and Astrophysics; Astronomy Instrumentation; Condensed Matter and Photonics; Gravitational Physics.
Our talks
Watch our videos as we talk about the exciting and cutting-edge research that we are involved with
Find out more about the School of Physics and Astronomy

Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing
Take a look at our Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) CDT in Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing and find out about the range of funded PhD opportunities available.
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Our postgraduate research opportunities
Find out more about our postgraduate research degree opportunities.
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How to apply
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