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Physics with Education

University of Sussex

M.Sc. On Campus
12 months
Duration
22500 GBP/year
11000 GBP/year
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Tuition fee
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About

Physics with Education degree offered at University of Sussex is for you if you are interested in studying physics or astronomy at an advanced level as well as undertaking research in physics education.

Overview

You will have graduated from a physics- or applied mathematics-based degree with substantial physics component and have an interest in physics teaching at a higher education level.

Why choose this course?

  • The Department is a founder member of SEPnet, the South East Physics Network of physics departments, which supports vital research, teaching and development in the South East.
  • Our research lies at the forefront of fundamental physics – from quantum information processing, through top-rated particle physics experiments to the theoretical understanding of space, time and matter.

Careers

Physics with Education degree offered at University of Sussex graduates go on to take research degrees, or take up employment in a range of industries in roles such as:
  • business/data analysis
  • computer programming
  • software development
  • teaching
  • research and teaching technical support.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Advanced Particle Physics
  • Astrophysical Processes
  • Atom Light Interactions
  • Beyond the Standard Model
  • Data Analysis Techniques
  • Early Universe
  • Electrons, Cold Atoms & Quantum Circuits
  • Experimental Quantum Technologies and Foundations
  • Further Quantum Mechanics
  • General Relativity
  • Introduction to Cosmology
  • Introduction to Nano-materials and Nano-characterisation
  • Particle Physics Detector Technology

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
95
IELTS admission requirements IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
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PTE Academic admission requirements PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90.
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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems.
Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
95
IELTS admission requirements IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
7
Start practicing IELTS today!
PTE Academic admission requirements PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90.
67
More about PTE Academic

Other requirements

General requirements

You should normally have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree.

  • Subject-specific requirements
Your qualification should be in a physics-, mathematics- or astronomy-based subject. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis but you are generally expected to have a significant mathematical or physical background, including calculus, differential equations, mechanics, electrodynamics and quantum mechanics. You should normally have some experience of teaching at a higher education institution or have an interest in this area. You may also be considered for the course if you have experience of equivalent standing.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    22500 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 22500 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.

  • EU/EEA

    11000 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 11000 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.

Channel Islands and Isle of Man students: £11,000 per year for full-time students

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals scholarships
Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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