MSc Particle Physics

at Queen Mary University of London

This MSc will give you a comprehensive understanding of the field, while also keeping you up-to-date with the very latest developments in research. 

Over the duration of the course, you’ll gain a deep knowledge of the Standard Model of particle physics and cover topics ranging from how to draw a Feynman diagram, data analysis in particle physics, computer programming in modern science and how to apply quantum mechanical principles to the sub-atomic and sub-nuclear physics.

You’ll complete a specialist independent piece of research, your MSc research project, under the supervision of an academic with research interests in a similar area to your own. You’ll develop a sophisticated understanding of research methodology, and how to manage your own research, making use of journal articles and other primary sources.

You’ll join a thriving, friendly research community, with a busy schedule of research seminars, colloquia, meetings and workshops (as well as regular social events), so you can make the most of the specialist research skills you’ll develop on this course.

We pride ourselves on our collaborations and networks: we are a member of SEPnet, which among other advantages, gives you access to GRADnet, the largest physics postgraduate school in England. As a Queen Mary student, you’ll also be able to take physics modules from University College London, King's College London or the Royal Holloway University of London, at the programme director's discretion.

Additional costs
As a Queen Mary student, you’ll also be able to take physics modules from University College London, King's College London or the Royal Holloway University of London. You'll need to organise and pay for any additional or different travel arrangements for these modules.

Students may use external facilities (eg CERN) if appropriate to their studies - the School may be able to assist with costs -  this is assessed on an individual basis.

Structure

• Two compulsory taught modules
• Six elective taught modules
• Research project (of 10,000 words)
   

UK
Degree requirements
A 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in Physics or a closely related discipline.

Student Visa Regulations

If you will require a Student visa to study in the UK, you must meet the minimum English Language requirements to meet the UKVI regulations.  The minimum IELTS requirement is 5.5 in all four skills (Writing, Reading, Speaking and Listening).  However, many of our courses require higher grades.

Pre-sessional English Language Courses

If you fall slightly below our standard English language requirements, you may consider one of our Pre-sessional English courses.  Please note that you will require a UK government approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) for entry to our Thirteen week pre-sessional courses.  Currently, only IELTS for UKVI, PTE Academic (UKVI), LanguageCert International ESOL SELT and Trinity College London, Integrated Skills in English (ISE) are accepted. The Pre-sessional English course requirements are published according to the academic department within which your chosen course of study is administere

Full-time study
September 2022 | 1 year

Home: £11,850
Overseas: £25,150
 

Conditional deposit
Home: Not applicable

Overseas: £2000
 

This MSc is great preparation for a PhD in particle physics. You’ll be given comprehensive training in research methods, substantial independent project work and access to the expertise and culture of the department. 

The wide range of transferable skills you will gain is, however, equally useful in boosting your future prospects or in another career, where physics graduates excel.

Recent graduates of our MSc programmes have gone on to PhD studies and positions such as:

• Business and data analyst
• Consultant
• Data scientist
• Programming analyst.

In organisations including:

• Plasmonics, King’s College London
• HSBC Global Banking and Markets
• JDX FinTech Solutions
• Tech Alchemy
• DP World London Gateway.