Physics with Philosophy (Hons) University of York

Overview

In the  Physics with Philosophy (Hons) course at the University of York , you'll study the foundations of physics, enhanced by the grand theories of metaphysics, ethics and logic. You'll learn to analyse real-life problems and communicate complex ideas and arguments - key skills for your onward career.

Quick Facts:

• You'll work with world-renowned physicists and philosophers, probing the nature of existence and pushing the boundaries of research.
• Our graduates are sought by employers in a huge range of disciplines. The skills you will learn - analysis, mathematics, problem-solving - are relevant in industries from finance to software development. All of this is supported by the York-led White Rose Industrial Physics Academy; a dedicated resource to facilitate collaboration between students and industry. Alternatively, many of our graduates progress to postgraduate degrees at York and other leading universities. 
• We're committed to supporting our students' career development and employability - it's embedded in our core teaching. We organise activities from careers fairs to leadership building exercises to ensure you're prepared to enter the jobs market with a competitive edge.
• Companies that York physics graduates have gone on to work for include: BAE Systems, E.ON, De Vere, The Home Office, Jaguar Land Rover, John Lewis, the Science and Technology Council, and Virgin Money.

Career opportunities

Our graduates are working as:

• accelerator physicist
• engineer
• scientist
• financial coordinator
• IT analyst and consultant
• teacher
• electrical engineer
• environmental modeller
• accountant