Northumbria University Newcastle - Physics MPhys (Hons)

Northumbria University Newcastle

Physics MPhys (Hons)

Physics is about understanding what’s around us, from the smallest particle to the far reaches of the universe. Physicists are problem solvers, future shapers, and at Northumbria we empower our Physics students to think creatively about how to tackle the challenges we put in front of them.

The Physics MPhys offers motivated, industrious students an integrated Masters award, meaning that you gain a deeper understanding of Physics as a subject and tackle open research questions in Physics, achieving a higher qualification than many other graduates in the same job market.

Research strengths in areas such as quantum devices, smart and nano materials, soft matter, chaos theory and dynamical systems underpin our integrated Masters Physics course.

Entry Requirements

Standard Entry

120 UCAS Tariff points

From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate.

Subject Requirements:

Applicants will need Grade B in A-level Mathematics and Physics, or recognised equivalents.

GCSE Requirements:

Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

International applicants (apart from exempt nationalities) will need an ATAS certificate to enrol on this course. Without this certificate, a visa application will be refused. 

English Language Requirements:

International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*).

Career Prospects

From the first day of your Physics MPhys to the last, you will be empowered to take responsibility for and develop your own learning.  This experience will equip you with a valuable range of transferable skills from the analytical to the practical and interpersonal.

Our industry partners tell us they value highly the analytical skills of Northumbria Physics students such as estimation, quantitative modelling and statistical analysis, and these skills can be deployed across a wide range of disciplines in addition to research, such as healthcare to energy, electronics and finance.

Course Details

Physics students at Northumbria are taught through a wide range of methods, including directed learning, laboratory experiments and self-directed research. There is a strong emphasis on problem solving, ranging from laboratory sessions and seminars to develop solutions to ideal problems, to applying computational techniques to multi-variable constrained problems.

You will be exposed to and encouraged to use the latest technology, through dedicated facilities, to study and understand complex physical concepts.


Year one

Calculus (Core,20 Credits)
Dynamics (Core,20 Credits)
Particles, Waves and the Big Bang (Core,20 Credits)
Electricity, Magnetism and Electronics (Core,20 Credits)
Research, Analysis and Presentation (Core,20 Credits)
Experiments and Discovery (Core,20 Credits)
Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)

Year Two

Advanced Mathematics for Physics (Core,20 Credits)
Space-Time and Electromagnetism (Core,20 Credits)
Theory, Computation and Experiment (Core,20 Credits)
Quantum Universe (Core,20 Credits)
Semiconductor Physics (Core,20 Credits)
Thermal and Nuclear Energy (Core,20 Credits)
Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)

Year Three

Year in International Business (This is made up of modules studied in Newcastle (Semester 1) & Amsterdam (Semester 2) (Optional,120 Credits)
International Academic Exchange 1 (Optional,60 Credits)
Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)
Work placement year (Optional,120 Credits)
Study abroad year (Optional,120 Credits)
Work placement semester (Optional,60 Credits)

Year Four

Fluid Dynamics (Optional,20 Credits)
Dynamical Systems (Optional,20 Credits)
Optical Communications System Design (Optional,20 Credits)
Instrumentation and Control of Dynamical Systems (Core,20 Credits)
Individual Physics Project (Core,40 Credits)
Quantum Devices (Core,20 Credits)
Advanced Photovoltaics (Core,20 Credits)
Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for
Quantum and Molecular Photonics (Optional,20 Credits)

Year Five

Numerical Solutions of Partial Differential Equations (Core,20 Credits)
Soft and Nanomaterials (Core,20 Credits)
Physics Research Project (Core,60 Credits)
Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)
Advanced Condensed Matter (Core,20 Credits)

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

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