They will possess the organisational and presentational skills relevant to modern management practices. Graduates in Physics with Study in Europe will have benefited from a year's study of physics at a university on the continent of Europe. They will possess the personal, organisational and language skills needed to work in Europe, particularly in a scientific environment. Joint Honours graduates will have a sound understanding and knowledge of the core elements of two areas of study. 2.4 Distinctive Objectives of Each Year of Study Physics is a method of understanding phenomena which is based on a few fundamental concepts, experimental observation and mathematical modelling.
Physics begins by considering the simplest phenomena apparent in everyday life.
It is then developed by the application of similar considerations to microscopic, to cosmic and to more complex phenomena. In this process of development, fundamental concepts are refined and modified and sometimes merged into more fundamental concepts. The undergraduate programmes are shaped by this view of physics. Each year of study is designed to build on the foundations laid in the previous one. Each year requires a deeper understanding of physical concepts and the application of these concepts to more sophisticated phenomena.