Physics (Hons) University of Nottingham

Overview

You’ll learn from award-winning academics who are recognised by the Institute of Physics. Many of the academics also feature on the Sixty Symbols YouTube channel.

The goal is to equip you with the knowledge and skills to innovate and lead in various fields, including AI and quantum technologies. They’ve consulted with employers and recruiters to design programmes fit for the future. You'll learn to apply fundamental laws to a broad range of situations, making you highly sought after by employers.

Over the course of the Physics (Hons) degree offered by University of Nottingham , you’ll build skills like resilience and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing job market alongside core physics skills. 

Career

Physics graduates from Nottingham are in high demand across a wide range of sectors. Approximately 25% of the graduates pursue further studies, including PhD programs and specialised postgraduate courses. The majority enter diverse employment sectors, leveraging their skills in software literacy, problem-solving, and data analysis.

Whether you aim to extend the frontiers of knowledge or lead technological advancements, a physics degree from Nottingham opens doors to numerous career opportunities.

Hear from the previous students: Life after graduation: shaping a successful physics career.

Top graduate destinations include:

• BAE Systems

• Met Office

• National Physical Laboratory

• EDF Energy

• Experian

• Accenture