Physics (Hons) Lancaster University

Overview

Throughout the Physics (Hons) course from Lancaster University you could be learning about condensed matter, ultra-low temperatures, accelerators and high-energy particles, astrophysics, cosmology and space - areas in which we excel through world-leading research. Physics is the foundation of all other sciences which is why, as a physics graduate, you will be in great demand for a huge range of careers. You could be working on clean energy, space weather or systems engineering, modelling climate change, or continuing to develop what we know about physics through research.

You will develop valuable transferable skills that make you highly desirable to future employers. Through working in collaboration, delivering presentations, communicating your research results, using modern computer programs and taking part in experiments, you will grow skills in analytical thinking, logic and reasoning, digital proficiency and the ability to liaise across teams in the workplace or research environments.

Career opportunities:

Physics is an exciting subject that is fundamental to developments in modern society. Physicists have advanced problem-solving skills, programming knowledge, critical thinking abilities and project management experience, all of which are honed over the course of your degree. These skills open a wealth of career options from the very pure, such as expanding knowledge through scientific research or very practical like exploring the world of data science and software development. Many of our graduates continue their studies to PhD level and embark on a career in academia. A wealth of additional opportunities also exists, such as teaching or careers within the business and finance sectors. Our graduates are well-paid, with the median starting salary of our Physics degrees being £32,300 (HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024).Here are just some of the roles that our BSc and MPhys Physics students have progressed into upon graduating:

• Graduate Systems Engineer – BAE Systems
• Big Data Developer - SanTech UK
• Graduate Software Engineer – Royal Bank of Scotland
• PhD Candidate – Manchester University
• Graduate Transport Modeller – Mott MacDonald
• Postdoctoral Researcher – Lancaster University
• Data Technician – S.E Recycling
• Analyst Programmer – Dorset Software
• PhD Researcher – University of Nottingham
• Young Graduate Trainee (Space Weather) - European Space Agency