We’re here to support you as you set out on your journey. We’ll build your mathematics, science and engineering skills and knowledge, so you’re ready for the challenge of moving on to BSc (Hons) Physics and Mathematics in your second year.

You’ll get plenty of opportunities to apply your knowledge by taking part in a series of projects both on your own and in a group. This really develops your problem-solving and creative thinking skills – essential for physics and mathematics graduates.

Don’t worry if you change your mind about studying physics and mathematics. You’ll have a solid foundation to switch onto one of our other mathematics or engineering courses.

Our Mathematics and Physics degrees are current and relevant to the needs of business. Our close links with industry means that, if you wish, you’ll have the opportunity to take up job placements with some of the world’s leading companies.

You’ll benefit from excellent teaching. We are in the top 10 in the UK for teaching quality in mathematics and physics (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021).

You will develop numerical, analytical and computational skills which are greatly respected by employers, in addition to essential, transferable skills which include report communication skills, team working and problem solving. Our physics graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:

• aerothermal engineer – Rolls Royce
• wind analyst – Prevailing Ltd
• technical writer – KA Testing Facility
• medical dosimetrist – NHS
• software test engineer – Nikon
• car configuration engineer – Jaguar Land Rover
• teacher – numerous schools
• public engagement of science officer – Science and Technology Facilities Council
• graduate quantity surveyor – Balfour Beatty
• scientist training programme – NHS

Many graduates also choose to undertake further study on one of our Masters-level courses or MPhil and PhD research degrees in areas including Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Quantum Computing and Detector Research.