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Physics with Science Education

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Degree MSc
Duration 48 months
Deadline 29 April 2026
Delivery On-campus
Location London, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Physics with Science Education at Imperial College London is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Physics with Science Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 48 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Location: London, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Physics with Science Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. COMMON CORE
  2. Electricity and Magnetism
  3. Mathematics
  4. Mechanics
  5. Measurement and Uncertainty
  6. Professional Skills (first year seminars)
  7. Physics Laboratory I
  8. Physics Project
  9. Quantum Physics
  10. Relativity
  11. Structure of Matter
  12. Vibrations and Waves
  13. OPTIONS
  14. Language course (F309)
  15. Mathematical Analysis I (T) (F325, F390)
  16. Electronics (F300, F303)
  17. COMMON CORE
  18. Electromagnetism
  19. Mathematics
  20. Nuclear and Particle Physics I
  21. Optics
  22. Physics Laboratory II
  23. Professional Skills II
  24. Quantum Mechanics
  25. Solid State Physics I
  26. Statistics of Measurement
  27. Statistical Physics
  28. Thermodynamics
  29. OPTIONS (CHOOSE ONE)
  30. Environmental Physics
  31. Language Course (eight offered)
  32. Mathematical Methods II (T)
  33. Sun, Stars and Planets
  34. COMMON CORE
  35. Light and Matter
  36. Comprehensive Physics (tutorial-based)
  37. Physics of the Universe
  38. Physics Laboratory III (except F325, F390)
  39. Physics Project (F300, F325)
  40. Professional Skills III
  41. Fluid Dynamics
  42. OPTIONS (TYPICALLY CHOOSE FOUR DEPENDING ON PROGRAMME)
  43. Advanced Classical Physics
  44. Astrophysics
  45. Communicating Physics
  46. Computational Physics (T)
  47. Complexity and Networks (T)
  48. Foundations of Quantum Mechanics (T)
  49. Group Theory (T)
  50. Lasers, Optics and Biophotonics
  51. Medical Imaging
  52. Principles of Instrumentation
  53. Statistical Mechanics
  54. Plasma Physics
  55. Humanities or Business School options
  56. COMMON CORE
  57. Research Project (in a research group)
  58. Research Interfaces
  59. OPTIONS (CHOOSE FIVE)
  60. Advanced Particle Physics (T)
  61. Atmospheric Physics
  62. Biophysics of Nerve Cells and Networks
  63. Cosmology
  64. Device Physics
  65. General Relativity (T)
  66. Hydrodynamics and Shocks
  67. Laser Technology
  68. Optical Communication Physics
  69. Plasmonics and Metamaterials
  70. Quantum Field Theory (T)
  71. Quantum Information (T)
  72. Quantum Optics
  73. Quantum Theory of Matter (T)
  74. Space Physics
  75. Unification (T)
  76. N.B. All courses in the fourth year are at Master\x92s level and some are shared with specialised MSc courses. In addition, one of the options taken in the third year may be chosen from the fourth year list.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

A-levels
  • For 2015 entry we require A*A*A overall, to include:
  • A* in Mathematics
  • A in Physics
  • Similar offers are generally made for the BSc and MSci degree programmes. MSci students are required to maintain good grades during their first two years.
International Baccalaureate
  • For students following the International Baccalaureate, we require an overall score of 39 points overall, to include:
  • 7, 6 and 6 at higher level which must include Mathematics and Physics
Other qualifications
  • We also welcome applications from candidates with Scottish Advanced Highers, the International, European and French Baccalaureates, the German Abitur and certain other qualifications giving university entrance in other countries.
English language requirements (all candidates)
  • All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

29 April 2026

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 29 April 2026
  • Start Date September 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 48 months
  • Credits 30
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