Some other institutions offer degrees such as 'Physics with Astronomy' or 'Physics with Business Studies'. By contrast, Imperial College focuses on providing a strong 'core' course followed by the widest range of Third and Fourth Year options. The one real exception is Imperial's BSc Physics with Studies in Musical Performance. This unique degree programme is designed for students who want to study physics but who also have an exceptional musical ability. Physics degrees are usually structured around an essential core, which explore the elements of the subject, followed by specialist or option courses which allow you to focus on specific areas.
Some universities spend three years on the 'core physics'.
At Imperial College, almost all the 'core physics' is taught in the first two years, which leaves most of the third and fourth years available for you to develop your specialities. Ask what options are available. The Fourth Year students at Imperial College take several options at a more advanced level. Find out how wide your choice of options will really be. Many universities appear to offer a wide range of options, but sometimes they are clustered into specific streams.