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Physics with Particle Physics BSc
at University of Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 25,670
Country Rank#12
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

Particle physics is central to some of the biggest recent discoveries in science. On this course, you can learn from scientists who helped detect the Higgs boson and gravitational waves, and who are leading innovative neutrino experiments and searches for dark matter. You’ll learn how particles are detected, study key theories such as relativity and examine the laws of the universe at the subatomic level.

At the start of your course, you'll cover the essential physics behind everything else you'll study: heat, motion, electricity, magnetism and quantum mechanics. Lectures and lab classes are included in the same modules, so you won’t be learning about abstract topics in isolation. You’ll run experiments using the equipment in our modern laboratories to help you understand how important theories apply to the real world.

You'’ll explore essential physics in even more depth in second year. You will also start to specialise in particle physics, with modules on the detection of fundamental particles and special relativity, which is essential for understanding particles that travel close to the speed of light and E = mc2. Programming classes will teach you skills that are essential for particle physics and many other graduate careers.

In third year, you can branch out into lots of different areas and complete your own research project in particle physics. Your core modules will cover topics like nuclear physics and dark matter. Optional modules include cosmology and mathematical physics

Course Content
A selection of modules are available each year - some examples are below. There may be changes before you start your course.

Choose a year to see modules for a level of study:

First year

Core modules:
- Motion and Heat
- Fields and Quanta
- Frontiers of Physics
- Introductory Mathematics for Physicists and Astronomers
- Further Mathematics for Physicists and Astronomers
Second year

Core modules:
- Detection of Fundamental Particles
- Special Relativity & Subatomic Physics
- Classical and Quantum Physics
- Programming in Python
Third year

Core modules:
- Nuclear Physics
- Particle Physics
- Atomic and Laser Physics
- Dark Matter and the Universe
- Solid State Physics
- Semiconductor Physics and Technology
- Problem Solving in Physics
- Origin of the Chemical Elements
Entry Requirement
The A Level entry requirements for this course are:
- ABB
- including Maths and Physics + pass in the practical element of any science A Levels taken
- A Levels + additional qualifications ABB, including Maths and Physics + B in a relevant EPQ
- International Baccalaureate 33, with 5 in Higher Level Maths and Physics
- BTEC Extended Diploma Not accepted
- BTEC Diploma Not accepted
- Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers AABBB + AB in Maths and Physics
- Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels B + AB in Maths and Physics
- Access to HE Diploma Award of Access to HE Diploma in Science, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction (all in Maths and/or Physics units), and 9 at Merit
Routes for mature students

Other requirements
Students must have passed the practical element of any science A Level taken

English language requirements
You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification
Fees & Scholarships
Home students
£9,250

Overseas students
£25,670

Additional costs
The annual fee for your course includes a number of items in addition to your tuition. If an item or activity is classed as a compulsory element for your course, it will normally be included in your tuition fee. There are also other costs which you may need to consider
Career Prospect
Our physics students develop numerical, problem solving and data analysis skills that are useful in many graduate jobs, including computer programming, software engineering, data science, and research and development into new products and services. Their expertise can be applied to many of the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century, from developing renewable energy technologies and improving medical treatments to creating quantum telecommunications systems and exploring outer space.

Students who want to work as a physics researcher often do a PhD, which can lead to a career at a top university or a major international research facility such as CERN.

The University of Sheffield is part of the White Rose Industrial Physics Academy. This partnership of university physics departments and technical industries can set up collaborations between our students and industrial partners through internships, year in industry placements, final year projects and careers activities. WRIPA also organises the UK’s largest physics recruitment fair, where our students can meet potential employers.

Cost Of Studying At University of Sheffield

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250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Physics with Particle Physics BSc at University of Sheffield