2024/25 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue
BSc Physics (For students entering from September 2024 onwards)
| Programme code: | BSPHYS-R | UCAS code: | F300 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: | 3 Years | Method of Attendance: | Full Time |
| Programme manager: | Stuart Lumsden | Contact address: | S.L.Lumsden@leeds.ac.uk |
Total credits: 360
Entry requirements:
Entry Requirements are available on the Course Search entry
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:
Physics and Astronomy
Examination board through which the programme will be considered:
Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:
Physics
Professional Body Offering Accreditation:
Institute of Physics
Programme specification:
The information on this page is accurate for students entering the programme from September 2024. For students who entered the programme before September 2024, you can find the details of your programme:
BSc Physics
Studying Physics at the University of Leeds will provide you with the opportunity to delve deeply into the fundamental laws of nature and participate in cutting-edge research alongside renowned academics and researchers at the forefront of Physics and Mathematics.
You will have access to state-of-the-art research and specialized facilities on campus, including the purpose-built Sir William Henry Bragg Building, which serves as the academic home for physics students. Here, you will have access to top-of-the-line laboratories and specialized teaching spaces, as well as the Bragg Centre where scientists and engineers work together to address global challenges in technology, society and economy. During your final year, you will have the chance to collaborate with our physicists on current research projects.
At Leeds, we recognize the vital role physics plays in industry, and as such, our courses are designed to reflect the latest advancements and applications of the subject. All of our physics courses are professionally accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) and upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply for chartered physicist (CPhys) status. This program will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to launch a successful career in this highly valued profession, with a wide range of career options available to you.
Year1 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
- Year 1 Physics Assessment - 100 credits
| PHAS1000 | PFP | |||
| PHAS1010 | Mechanics, Relativity and Astrophysics | credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS1020 | Thermodynamics | credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS1030 | Electronics, Solid State and Introduction to Quantum Physics | credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS1040 | Vibrations, Waves and Optics | credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS1050 | Coding and Experimental Physics | credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Optional modules:
Candidates can study up to 20 credits from the following optional modules:
| PHAS1500 | Introduction to Nanotechnology | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| PHAS1510 | Planets and the Search for Life | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Discovery modules:
Candidates can study up to 20 credits of Discovery modules, ensuring that they study for 120 credits in total.
Candidates who have chosen 10 credits of optional modules must take a 10 further credits of Discovery modules.
Year2 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
We are currently refreshing our courses to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full module details for years 2 and 3 are not yet available. Before you enter years 2 and 3 details of modules for those years will be provided.
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
- Year 2 Physics Assessment - 80 credits
- Quantum Mechanics - 0 credits
- Statistical Mechanics and Coding - 0 credits
- Condensed Matter Physics - 0 credits
- Electromagnetism - 0 credits
- Experimental Physics - 40 credits
Year3 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
We are currently refreshing our courses to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full module details for year 3 are not yet available. Before you enter year 3 full details of modules for that year will be provided.
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
- Advanced Topics in Physics - 40 credits
- Project - 40 credits
Optional modules:
Candidates will be required to study 40 credits from the following optional modules:
Candidates can either choose 1 module from List A and 1 module from List B, or 2 options from List C.
List A
- Medical Physics 1 (tbc) - 20 credits
- Earth and Environment option 1 (tbc) - 20 credits
- Molecular Simulations - 20 credits
- Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics - 20 credits
| PHIL3852 | Philosophy of Modern Physics | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
List B
- Medical Physics 2 (tbc) - 20 credits
- Earth and Environment 2 (tbc) - 20 credits
- Cosmology - 20 credits
- Magnetism in Condensed Matter - 20 credits
- Quantum Photonics - 20 credits
List C
- Communicating Science (tbc) - 20 credits
- Physics into Work - 20 credits
- Physics into Schools - 20 credits
- Group Innovation Project - 20 credits
| CAPE3331 | Nuclear Operations | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Last updated: 08/05/2024 08:44:42
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