Our aim throughout is to teach Physics as a coherent subject, showing the connections between the separate modules, not only within each semester but also across the three years. You will have a weekly tutorial that provides the opportunity to discuss Physics and your work or problems with a member of staff.
Course work is set weekly, and is an integral part of assessment.
Modules are usually examined at the end of the relevant semester. Marks awarded for modules completed in the First Year will be regarded as qualifying marks and will not count towards the final classification of degrees. The options available to you in your First Year include Astronomy, Biophysics, Radio and Communications, Environmental Physics, Computing and Medical Physics. As already mentioned, the options available elsewhere on the campus will range across all schools. In the Second and Third Years you will be able to select from about 20 different Physics options among which are Medical Imaging, Astrophysics, Meteorology, Quantum Coherence, High Energy Particle Physics and Semiconductor Physics and Devices.