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PostgraduateMaster of Philosophy

Physics

Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth, Wales
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1 yearDuration
N/ATuition Fee
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
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Course Overview

Offered by Aberystwyth University, the MPhil Physics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Aberystwyth, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Physics at Aberystwyth has an established reputation in leading-edge research and frequently have fully-funded PhD studentships (e.g., from EPSRC, NERC, STFC, University Scholarships) available for UK/EU students holding a good honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject. Facilities are offered for students to read for PhD and MPhil degrees by research in a wide range of topics. Extensive research is carried out in the areas of: •Materials Physics •Solar System Physics The institute has state-of-the-art-laboratories, supercomputing and 3D visualisation facilities for research... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Materials Physics
Solar System Physics Research Methods
Quantum Systems and Open Quantum Dynamics
Mathematical Modelling of Solids and Structures
Complex Fluids and Rheology
Research Design and Analysis Techniques
Computational Physics and Numerical Modelling
Specialised Physics Project and Dissertation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic66666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Aberystwyth University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,500£28,000£31,500
3 years£18,500£22,500£29,500
5 years£21,000£29,000£38,000
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH07-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
15%Studying
60%Professional Jobs
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