**7th in the UK for our research environment in Physics in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)**
**About the course**
If you’re keen to study physics but fascinated by data analysis and machine learning, this course is for you.
Technological advancements in physics and data science methods allow us to respond to a wide range of problems. These include modelling disease evolution, mitigating climate change and optimising business models.
You’ll study the fundamentals of both subjects, and develop the skills to tackle some of the biggest data driven c...
**7th in the UK for our research environment in Physics in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)**<br/><br/>**About the course**<br/><br/>If you’re keen to study physics but fascinated by data analysis and machine learning, this course is for you.<br/><br/>Technological advancements in physics and data science methods allow us to respond to a wide range of problems. These include modelling disease evolution, mitigating climate change and optimising business models.<br/><br/>You’ll study the fundamentals of both subjects, and develop the skills to tackle some of the biggest data driven challenges in modern science.<br/><br/>Options enable you to specialise in areas you find most fascinating. They include:<br/><br/><br/>- quantum mechanics<br/><br/><br/>- scientific computing<br/><br/><br/>- electrodynamics<br/><br/><br/>- data structure and algorithms.<br/><br/><br/> In your final year project you could be working with our expert physicists and data scientists. Our faculty are at the forefront of their fields. Their work includes developing next generation quantum computers, exploring dark energy and quantum effects in black holes, searching for fundamental particles at CERN, and working with NASA’s James Webb Telescope. <br/><br/><br/>By graduation you’ll have gained skills much in demand by employers, including computer programming skills, data analysis and solid research skills. Career options include work in finance, data analytics and software development.<br/><br/>Our department is a friendly, close-knit community. Our lecturers take time to get to know you and are available to offer support. So you‘ll always find help, if you need it.<br/><br/>**Accreditation**<br/><br/>This course is accredited by the Institute of Physics.<br/><br/>**MPhys or BSc?**<br/><br/>We also offer this course as a four-year degree. <br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London. <br/><br/>*About the University of Sussex *<br/><br/>Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, youll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
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Course Code
F3G6
Institution Code
S90
Points of Entry
Year 1
Scottish HigherA,A,A,B,B Highers must include Mathematics and, normally, also Physics. Applicants without Physics will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Ideally, you will also have an Advanced Higher in Mathematics (grade B). Access to HE DiplomaPass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 27 credits at Distinction. In addition to the Access to HE Diploma, you will also need an A-level in Mathematics, with at least grade B. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 This score should be from the full IB Diploma. IB Higher Levels must include Mathematics, with a grade of 5. For entry, either Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation at Higher Level will be accepted. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma should be in Engineering and must include Distinctions in Engineering Principles, Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Maths units. GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics with at least grade 5 is essential (or grade B). Extended ProjectWe take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact Admissions at ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk A levelA,A,B A-levels must include Mathematics at grade B. Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it. You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £26,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |