Physics BSc (Hons)
University of Salford
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Physics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Physics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24000 | £23000 | £28500 |
25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £28000 | £18000 - £28000 | £23000 - £35500 |
All Physics courses of University of Salford
Salary of all UK Graduates of Physics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £28994 | £29015 | £34497 |
25-75 percentile range | £24988 - £33170 | £22931 - £36583 | £26874 - £45969 |
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Course Description
Physics underpins everyday life, from the structure of the universe to the smartphone in your hand. Put yourself in position to discover the next scientific breakthroughs and technological innovations with an accredited BSc (Hons) Physics degree with Salford.
Physics is at the heart of modern life. By having the knowledge to discover future technological advances and find applications for scientific discoveries, qualified physicist are driving our future. We've developed our professionally-accredited course to provide you with fundamental and specialist knowledge base ready to build a successful graduate career in teaching, research or industry.
Take your passion for physics further
Accredited by the Institute of Physics, you will follow an industry-informed three-year programme, delivered through engaging lectures, tutorial classes and laboratory classes. Physics can be challenging, so we place great emphasis on small group teaching to make you feel fully supported. You’ll have an immersive experience, taking part in group projects to develop team working, problem solving, and communication and presentation skills.
Due to the analytical and problem solving nature of physics, this degree will open up the subject spectrum. During your studies, you’ll develop an understanding of classical and quantum waves, and properties of matter. You’ll gain advanced knowledge in fields of nuclear and particle physics, Maxwell’s equation and quantum mechanics. You can also choose optional modules in acoustics and nanotechnology.
Collaboration is core to our values, so we strive to embed this as a learning objective throughout your studies. You will experience group projects that will build your confidence and capabilities in team working, problem-solving and communication - all desirable skills for real-world physics careers.
Get closer to industry
Learning takes places in our Peel Park campus, minutes from bustling central Manchester. A unique part of our physics degree is our emphasis on employer engagement. Along with regular guest lecturers and industry visits, we consult with professional physicists from industry to ensure that the course content is robust and relevant for industry and graduate careers.
On this course, you'll also have the option to take an industry placement between years two and three. By successfully completing a placement year, you can also add 'with professional experience' to your final degree award, boosting your graduate employability.
Our new home for physics
In Autumn 2022, we opened our new £65 million hub for science, engineering and the environment - our new home for physics. Led by sustainable design principles, the building is 100% electric powered, and offers unrivalled teaching, learning and research facilities alongside exciting new spaces for industry collaboration.
Features
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics
- Expand your knowledge and understanding in mechanics, quantum physics, electromagnetism and more
- Build analytical, numerical and computer-based problem-solving skills in Maxwell’s Equations and Wave Optics
- Explore classical dynamics, static and dynamic charges, quantum mechanics, fundamentals of relativity and atomic and nuclear physics
- Learn the importance of mathematics in a quantitative description of physics, using symbolic computing and programming
- Experience computer laboratory sessions to apply numerical methods and techniques frequently encountered in physical and engineering challenges
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Physics BSc (Hons) at University of Salford
35% | Information Technology Professionals |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Engineering professionals |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Salford in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Salford in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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- #13
- #19
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- Physics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
See all 21 university rankings of University of Salford
About University of Salford
The University of Salford is a publicly funded university in a town of the same name, in Greater Manchester, England. The university’s primary campus, Peel Park, is just half an hour’s walk from Manchester city centre. Additionally, this campus is also home to the Salford Museum and Art Gallery.
List of 205 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Salford - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Salford
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Salford by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 17080
- postgraduates:
- 4155
- Total:
- 21235
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Mathematics and Physics BSc (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | 84% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £19600 | 227 | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
Physics BSc (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | 60% | 10% | 30% | £9250 | £26500 | 137 | Egham | On campus Full-time | |
Physics BSc (Hons) | University of the West of Scotland | 81% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £18000 | 131 | Paisley | On campus Full-time | |
Physics BSc (Hons) | University College London | 78% | 5% | 3% | £9250 | £35000 | 171 | London | On campus Full-time | |
Physics (with Professional Placement) BSc (Hons) | Cardiff University | 83% | 5% | 3% | £9000 | £25450 £28200 | 157 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time | |
Mathematics and Physics (with placement year) BSc (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | - | - | - | £9250 | £27250 | - | Loughborough | On campus Full-time | |
Mathematical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | - | - | - | £9250 | £26250 | - | Nottingham | On campus Full-time | |
Physics BSc (Hons) | Nottingham Trent University | 81% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £16500 | 119 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time | |
Physics BSc (Hons) | University of East Anglia | 60% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £26100 | 145 | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Mathematics and Physics BSc (Hons) | University of Bristol | - | 4% | 10% | £9250 | £29300 | 186 | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023