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If you're interested in studying physics, you can find more information on our prospectus:

The information on this page refers to the current academic year (2024-25) for each cohort.

This page is normally updated for the new academic year every August or September.

If you are a prospective student, please see the College Prospectus website for further information about physics courses, core and elective modules, and how to start your application.

 

Module specifications - internal only

Year 1
Year 1 (FHEQ 4) Modules
Module Title Module Code FHEQ Level ECTS Term(s) Module Leader
Practical Physics: Laboratory, Computing and Problem Solving‌ PHYS40001 4  10 Terms 1, 2 and 3 Prof Yoshi Uchida
Mechanics and Relativity PHYS40002 4  15 Terms 1, 2 and 3 Dr Jon Fenton
Oscillations and Waves PHYS40003 4  15 Terms 1, 2 and 3 Prof Michael Tarbutt
Vector, Fields, Electricity and Magnetism PHYS40004 4  7.5 Terms 2 and 3 Prof Marina Galand
Statistics of Measurement and the Summer Project‌ PHYS40005 4  7.5 Term 3 Dr Yoshi Uchida
Advanced Electronics PHYS40006 4  5 Term 2 Mr Chris Carr
Mathematical Analysis PHYS40007 4  5 Term 2 Prof Jonathan Halliwell
Head of Year 1         Dr Jon Fenton
Updated: September 2024
Year 1 Courses