Physics The Open University UK

Overview

Through the Physics DipHE from The Open University UK you’ll learn to describe, analyse, test and explain phenomena in the physical world objectively and quantitatively, using appropriate mathematical tools and experimental methods.

Career opportunities:

With a physics qualification you’re well placed to enter both scientific and non-scientific jobs. The logical, reasoned approach needed for physics study is relevant to a wide range of private and public sector employment, so those with a good knowledge of physics and of its methods and techniques – particularly those who have good communication and interpersonal skills – are in demand.

Growth areas are predicted to be energy and sustainability, healthcare, telecommunications, bioinformatics, and technology transfer (transfer of scientific expertise to commercial products). Note that some careers may require further study, training and/or work experience.

Employers include engineering companies, renewable energy companies, central government, the financial sector, IT companies, the NHS, universities and others – in roles such as:

• analysis and diagnostics

• computer programming and modelling

• data analysis and processing

• information management

• medical physicist

• product design and development