BSc (Hons) Theoretical Physics

COURSE OVERVIEW

Theoretical Physics truly addresses the meaning of everything. From quantum information and a grand unified theory, to dark matter and high energy particle physics, this subject can take you anywhere.

Over the course of this three-year degree you will be inspired to ask and answer big questions.

How did the universe begin? Is it possible to recreate in a laboratory the conditions that existed seconds after the big bang? What are space and time made of?

You will study from a selection of modules that could include astronomy and cosmology, nuclear physics, the quantum world and climate physics.

We will teach you how fundamental physics is applied across different disciplines and how it connects to new advances in engineering, medicine and mathematics.

Studying physics at Swansea University gives you access to genuinely world-leading teaching and cutting edge facilities.

THEORETICAL PHYSICS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

You’ll graduate with a range of transferable skills such as analysis, lab techniques, report writing and a high level of digital technology skills. You’ll also be highly numerate, which many employers value highly.

Swansea University helps you to prepare for your future career by helping you to find work placements and relevant part-time jobs, offering year in industry options, as well as introducing you to employers such as McLaren, CERN and British Nuclear Fuels.

We offer CV workshops and you will have access to our Employment Zone, which advertises work placements, part-time vacancies and graduate jobs. We have dedicated staff who will always be on hand to provide employability support, throughout your studies.

We take Employability seriously and you will leave Swansea University with much more than a degree, gaining invaluable life skills and experiences on your journey.

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.