Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics

**Why choose this course**<br/>Our exciting BSc and MPhys Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics courses are unique in the UK.<br/><br/>You’ll study the core modules required of a physics degree, but you’ll also gain a specialism that combines the quantum world of atomic nuclei with the cosmic scale of astronomy.<br/><br/>Students also benefit from our excellent facilities and the University’s partnership with the National Physical Laboratory.<br/><br/>Two unique aspects of both courses are:<br/><br/>-Our award-winning Professional Training placements:<br/><br/>--Within the BSc, the option to take a paid Professional Training placement in industry gives you invaluable hands-on experience to enhance your employability.<br/><br/>--On our MPhys, you’ll take a year-long, masters-level integrated research placement. This can be in one of our world-leading research groups or at one of our international partner institutions.<br/><br/>-Our focus on undergraduate research and innovation:<br/><br/>--All undergraduates have the opportunity to apply for paid 8-10 week summer research placements in our research groups and those of our South East Physics Network partners.<br/><br/>--We offer in-house grants that students can apply for to fund a research placement, attend a conference or develop a new business idea.<br/><br/>**What you will study**<br/>You’ll explore core elements of traditional physics (e.g. particle physics, atoms and molecules) and topics within astronomy and nuclear physics, reflecting the outstanding research we conduct at Surrey.<br/><br/>Students have the option to take a Professional Training placement on the BSc or an integrated research year on the MPhys. The latter is a direct route to a masters qualification. The MPhys integrated research year allows you to develop your skills in an academic or industrial arena, before returning for your final masters-level modules.<br/><br/>Formal lectures are complemented with work in our specialist radiation laboratories, which have recently been refurbished and enlarged at a cost of a £2.7m. As an undergraduate student, you’ll use these labs to undertake experiments related to the Nuclear and Particle Physics module.<br/><br/>Depending on your progress, you may have the option to switch to a BSc or MPhys during your studies.