Physics with a Year Abroad - MPhys
University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom
Course overview
Physics gives you the tools to understand our world at a fundamental level, from the smallest sub-atomic particles to the large-scale structure of the universe. You'll discover the world of quantum mechanics, relativity, electromagnetism and condensed matter and learn how physics enables breakthroughs in areas from materials science to quantum computing and medical imaging. Our four-year integrated Master's programme (MPhys) allows you to hone the skills needed for research and technical roles in industry, or as a preparation for a PhD.
You'll deepen your knowledge with specialised taught modules and work with an academic to carry out a real, open-ended research project. You'll have the opportunity to spend your third year studying abroad at one of our partner institutions. This provides a wealth of personal and professional benefits.
You'll experience a different culture, establish international contacts, grow in self-confidence and enhance your employability. In addition, you'll develop the transferable skills to open up a world of job opportunities, leading to careers in research, aeronautics, engineering, medical physics, defence, teaching, finance and data analytics. If you don’t have a science background or don’t meet our entry requirements, you can take our foundation year This course is fully accredited by the Institute of Physics.
Key highlights
- Fully accredited by the Institute of Physics
- Third year spent studying abroad at a partner institution
- Open-ended research project carried out with an academic
- Specialised taught modules in quantum mechanics, relativity and condensed matter
- Integrated Master's preparing for research, industry roles or a PhD
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112-128 — Typical offer 112-128 UCAS points A level ABB Contextual offer: BBC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
- A-level: ABB — Typical offer 112-128 UCAS points A level ABB Contextual offer: BBC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
- A-level: BBC — contextual offer
- BTEC: DDM — BTEC DDM IB 128 tariff points - typically H5, H6, H6 View all requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 128 — BTEC DDM IB 128 tariff points - typically H5, H6, H6 View all requirements
Scholarships
Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship
Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates
Scholarship value - £5,000
Up to £5,000KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).
KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Kingsman Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship
£1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.
Up to £1,500Music Performance Scholarship
£1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.
Up to £1,000Sanctuary Scholarships
Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.
Careers this course leads to
- Research physicist
- Medical physicist
- Aeronautical engineer
- Defence scientist
- Physics teacher
- Data analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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