BSc (Hons) Physics

The BSc (Hons) Physics course offered by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is a comprehensive programme that equips students with a deep understanding of the principles and applications of physics. The course includes labs and tutorials that offer hands-on experience, along with opportunities for placements and final year research projects. Course Content: The curriculum is designed to foster a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of physics along with insights into up-to-date applications of these principles. It includes active learning through laboratory work, tutorials, group studies, and workshops. In the final year, students can undertake a research project which matches their interests and career goals. Key Modules: The modules vary from year to year and typically include Quantum Mechanics and Relativity, Nuclear and Particle Physics, Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy Physics, Astrophysics, Nano-science and Technology, and Computational Physics and Modelling. Accreditations: The BSc (Hons) Physics course is accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP), which allows graduates to attain the status of Chartered Physicist after a period of work-based professional development. Future Careers: Graduates of this course can pursue careers in a wide range of sectors including education, medicine, finance, computing, and engineering. The course can also lead to postgraduate study and research within physics and related fields. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.