MSc Theoretical Physics with Advanced Research
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
Employability
learn crucial analytical and problem-solving skills to equip you for your career in research or industry Cutting-edge research: be at the frontier of research in the field through a specialist lecture series with guest lectures Active research culture: participate in an active research community alongside internationally recognised experts
Key highlights
- Builds analytical and problem-solving skills for research or industry careers
- Specialist lecture series featuring guest lectures at the research frontier
- Join an active research community alongside internationally recognised experts
- Extended advanced research component alongside taught theoretical physics
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include physics, mathematics or a closely related subject; or above
- Degree: 2:2 — considered case by case
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Research scientist
- Doctoral researcher (PhD candidate)
- Data scientist
- Quantitative analyst
- Theoretical physicist
- Scientific software developer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £14,400 | International: £19,800
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 Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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