Engineering Physics (with integrated year in industry) Aberystwyth University

Overview

The Engineering Physics (with integrated year in industry) at Aberystwyth University provides a comprehensive foundation in applying physical techniques to modern engineering challenges. This BEng programme bridges the gap between theoretical physics and practical technological innovation, ensuring students develop the technical expertise required for the modern industrial landscape.

Why Engineering Physics (with integrated year in industry) at Aberystwyth University?

• Benefit from a curriculum accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP), ensuring high academic and professional standards.
• Gain vital professional experience during a dedicated third year in industry, facilitating a smooth transition into the workforce.
• Access expertise from researchers involved in high-profile international projects, including the European Space Agency’s ExoMars mission.
• Utilise facilities focused on practical and IT-based learning, covering advanced topics like quantum technology and space instrumentation.
• Study in a department where staff are qualified to PhD level and actively contribute to breakthroughs in materials design and robotics.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 21875 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to build from fundamental scientific principles to advanced engineering applications. Modules may include:

Year 1

• Algebra and Differential Equations
• Calculus
• Communication and Technology
• Dynamics, Waves and Heat
• Electricity, Magnetism and Matter
• Laboratory Techniques for Experimental Physicists and Engineers
• Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering
• Modern Physics

Year 2

• Electricity and Magnetism
• Mathematical Physics
• Numerical Techniques for Physicists
• Optics
• Practical Research Skills
• Principles of Quantum Mechanics
• Sensors, Electronics & Instrumentation
• Thermodynamics

Year 3

• Year In Industry

Year 4

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Engineering Control Theory
• Particles, Quanta and Fields
• Professional Skills in Engineering
• Project (with project management)
• Semiconductor Technology
• Semiconductors, Materials and Nanotechnology
• Systems Engineering

Careers with Engineering Physics (with integrated year in industry)

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles within industrial research, product development, and national laboratories. The integration of a placement year provides a competitive edge in the job market by developing core skills sought by global employers. Potential career paths include:

• Systems Developer
• Medical Physicist
• Research Scientist
• Radiation Protection Practitioner
• Product Development Engineer
• Technical Author
• Meteorologist

The programme also equips students with transferable skills such as complex problem-solving, data analysis, and advanced mathematical modelling, which are highly valued across the technology and engineering sectors.