Introduction:
Studying the universe is a pretty tall order but we’ll support you every step of the way. Not only will you study underpinning core physics but you’ll get to apply it to fascinating astronomy concepts including extragalactic astronomy, stellar evolution, cosmology and space science.
Optical telescopes in our on-campus observatory, radio telescopes and solarscopes are all available for you to use alongside the theory. Together with teaching from our expert staff and small lab groups you’ll be developing technical and problem solving skills that are vital for employers.
Why choose this course?
- You’ll learn in inspiring environments. We have a custom-built, on-campus observatory recognised by the International Astronomical Union, a radio telescope, a CT scanner, new microscopes, MRI scanners, and a scanning tunneling microscope. This ensures that you get the practical experience you need to pursue a successful career.
- You’ll help to deliver research with impact. Our physics staff contribute to research activity in a number of areas including Superhydrophobic Surfaces, Medical Resonance Imaging, Art Conservation and Space Weather. Every year approximately ten of our students undertake paid summer placements in these research groups, giving them hands-on experience of cutting edge research groups. NTU has recently been awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for research – the highest national award achievable.
- You’ll have the opportunity to get experience. Our courses offer the opportunity to apply for a placement in the UK or abroad, giving you the real-life experience employers are looking for. Recent year-long placements have taken place at CERN, E.ON, The Netherlands Forensic Institute and Diamond Light Source. There are paid summer placements in our research groups, where you get hands-on research experience. Our students have also undertaken paid summer placements in local secondary schools and at British Antarctic Survey.
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Top 20 in the UK for teaching quality in Physics. (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024).
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96% of our Physics students were positive about academic support and 99% were positive about the organisation and management of their course (National Student Survey 2024).
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100% of BSc (Hons) Physics with Astrophysics (FT) students who entered employment were in a highly skilled role 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/22)
Experience Physics and Astrophysics
Tuesday 14th January 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this taster day you'll get the opportunity to experience what it's like to study Physics and Astrophysics at university.