Physics (with a year abroad) (Hons) University of York

Overview

Graduates of the Physics (with a year abroad) (Hons) programme from University of York 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.

Quick Facts:

• Physics is the study of the fundamental forces of the Universe, understanding the nature of waves and particles, and the structure of matter.
• You'll learn to analyse real-life problems, write scientific reports, communicate complex concepts, and design and perform experiments.
• Work with world-renowned physicists with access to unique facilities like our Astrocampus and the York Plasma Institute. On graduation, you’ll possess key career skills demanded by employers across a huge range of sectors.
• 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.

Our graduates are working as:

• Accelerator Physicist, Science and Technology Council
• Engineer, BAE Systems
• Scientist, The Home Office
• Financial Coordinator, De Vere
• IT Analyst and Consultant, Virgin money
• Teacher
• Electrical Engineer, Jaguar Land Rover
• Environmental Modeller, E.ON
• Accountant, John Lewis

Accreditation

Our Physics courses are accredited by the Institute of Physics, guaranteeing the standard of our teaching and learning. Completing this degree will put you on track to becoming a Chartered Physicist.