BSc Theoretical Physics(For students entering from September 2024 onwards)

Year 2

(Award available for year: Diploma of Higher Education)

Learning outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of:
o Quantum Mechanics
o Statistical Mechanics
o Biophysics
o Condensed Matter
o Electromagnetism
o Topics in Mathematics
• Think creatively to solve a problem and deploy complex problem solving techniques.
• Deepen your understanding of the laws of nature, from the subatomic to the cosmic.
• Ability to model problems and make estimations.
• Use coding and mathematical tools to solve physics problems.
• Undertake critical evaluation of information and rigorous analysis of data.
• Develop your professionalism, including communicating effectively in verbal, written and multimedia formats, and planning and completing work to deadlines.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Be enterprising and be able to identify and realise opportunities.
• Ability to evaluate your own strengths and identify areas for development.
• Use advanced mathematics to deepen your understanding of modern physics.
• Develop skills in modern theoretical modelling.
• Deepen your appreciation of the connections between mathematics and physics.

Skills Learning Outcomes
1. Communication
2. Problem Solving

Assessment

synoptic assessment across all PHAS modules.