Natural Philosophy

Overview

At a Glance

If you want to explore the big questions of “life, the universe and everything” understanding how the universe works, but also thinking about the philosophical ramifications of these great theories - the Natural Philosophy programme of the University of Aberdeen could be the degree for you.

Physics is the major component of the degree, and you will acquire a knowledge of its theory and practice, sufficient to equip you for a physics career if you choose. If you would like to emphasise the philosophical side of the subject, you can tailor your syllabus at year 1 and 2 to give yourself the choice before year 3 of Philosophy-Physics or Single Honours Philosophy.

Why Study Natural Philosophy?

Why Physics

• The Department of Physics at the University of Aberdeen has a long and illustrious history, and former staff include great physicists such as James Clerk Maxwell and G.P. Thomson.

• We offer a modern, modular degree structure with a broad syllabus and a wide range of degree choices.

• Long tradition of teaching physical sciences combined with modern facilities.

• Emphasis placed on teaching employability and development of generic skills, useful in a wide range of careers.

• We also offer a broad-based, less mathematical degree in Physical Science that allows the combination of Physics courses with a wide choice of other subjects.

• Learn from research active, academic staff.

• We are engaged in a wide range of research areas ranging from the fundamental nature of the universe through to understanding the atomic structure of complex materials and semiconductor device physics.

• Our graduates go in to a huge range of jobs including; Meteorology, Medical physics, Environmental monitoring, Astronomy, Particle physics, Geophysics, Materials science, Invention Design, Teaching, Financial Modelling.