Photonics and Optical Physics Degree Courses in the UK - Bachelors & Masters
| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Physics with Photonics MPhys | University of Southampton | 77% | 3% | 6% | £9250 | £22760 | 158 | Southampton | On campus Full-time |
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Electronic Engineering with Photonics MEng (Hons) | University of Southampton | 80% | 2% | 4% | £9250 | £22760 | 180 | Southampton | On campus Full-time |
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Photonics and Optoelectronic Devices MSc | University of St Andrews | 80% | 2% | 4% | £9900 | £24240 | 180 | St Andrews | On campus Full-time |
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Semiconductor Photonics and Electronics MSc (Eng) | The University of Sheffield | 80% | 2% | 4% | - | - | 180 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time |
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Student Reviews
Source: National
Student Survey NSS 2022
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students
Salary
Primarily based on salary data of undergraduate students
Salary of all UK Graduates of Photonics and Optical Physics
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27959 | £29015 | £34497 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23959 - £31947 | £22931 - £36583 | £26874 - £45969 |
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Photonics and Optical Physics courses in the UK
All Photonics and Optical Physics courses in the UK
Salary of all UK Graduates of all subjects
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27427 | £29226 | £34578 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23903 - £31541 | £23523 - £36411 | £27340 - £45741 |
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
Jobs & Career Perspectives
Career perspectives for Photonics and Optical Physics
15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
Current jobs
Among graduates of Photonics and Optical Physics who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
Jobs of graduates of Photonics and Optical Physics (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Photonics and Optical Physics at Imperial College of Science
| 35% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 20% | Finance Professionals |
| 20% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Dec 20, 2022
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of Photonics and Optical Physics in the UK received the following grades.
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) 2016
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Photonics and Optical Physics
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Dec 20, 2022
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Photonics and Optical Physics, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
FAQ
The median salary of graduates of Photonics and Optical Physics was £27959 15 months after graduation, £29015 3 years after graduation and £34497 5 years after graduation.
- The following degrees are offered for Photonics and Optical Physics studies:
- Master of Physics - MPhys
- Master of Engineering (Honours) - MEng (Hons)
- Master of Science - MSc
- Master of Science (Engineering) - MSc (Eng)
Photonics and Optoelectronic Devices - MSc at University of St Andrews received the highest rating among all graduates in the National Student Survey 2022 with a rating of 80 out of 100 among 140 respondents.
