MPhil Physics
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Physics and Astronomy have been taught at Aberystwyth since the university was established in 1872. We undertake internationally competitive, collaborative research in Space Physics, Materials Physics and Quantum Physics in a friendly and supportive environment. We have a dedicated Physical Sciences library on campus that houses excellent research material for the study of mathematics, physics and computer science, including the Scott Blair Collection, a comprehensive and important resource for the study of rheology.
We specialise in many exciting areas including planetary exploration and the very latest low dimensional materials. Available research groups can be seen below: Solar System Physics group, studies the chain of events leading from the Sun, through the solar wind, to the atmospheres and surfaces of the planets. Materials Research, advanced experimental techniques are applied in parallel with mathematical and computational modelling to elucidate the critical relationships that determine properties such as fluid flow, fracture, melting, conductivity and light emission in materials such as liquids, foams, glass, ceramics, semiconductors, nanoparticles and thin films.
The Department of Physics at Aberystwyth University is part of the Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Diamond Science and Technology.
Key highlights
- Research in Space Physics, Materials Physics and Quantum Physics
- Join the Solar System Physics or Materials Research groups
- Specialisms include planetary exploration and low dimensional materials
- Dedicated Physical Sciences library housing the Scott Blair rheology collection
- Department is part of the CDT in Diamond Science and Technology
- Experimental techniques combined with mathematical and computational modelling
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject
Scholarships
AberDoc Scholarship
Tuition fees (up to the UK (Home) rate of £5,006 per annum). A maintenance allowance of approximately £20,780 per annum and access to a travel and conference fund (max. £1000 per annum) will also be provided.
AberGrad Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount is available to Aberystwyth graduates.
Up to £1,000Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship
UK First Honours degree will be eligible for a £3,000 discount; UK Upper Second (2:1) or Lower Second (2:2) degree will receive a £2,000 discount.
Careers this course leads to
- Research physicist
- Materials scientist
- Space scientist
- Research assistant
- Data scientist
- Physics lecturer
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 Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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