"We offer a distinctive environment for studying physics at all levels with highly-motivated students learning from top physicists through carefully-designed and run study programmes. We have a combination of ground-breaking research (top 5 UK Physics Departments, RAE 2008), excellent links with industry, one of the best placement schemes in the country and outstanding teaching leading to high student achievement and employment. Above all, we’re a friendly department with common interests in physics and in getting all our people to perform at the top of their game."