Department of Physics Programme Catalogue 2021/2
USXX-AKM01: MSci(Hons) Mathematics and Physics with Year long work placement
Leading to the award of MASTER IN SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICS |
Mode of attendance: Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement |
Normal programme duration: 5 years |
[Page last updated: 21 April 2021]
Possible DAPs for this programme:
- USXX-AFM01: MSci (hons) Mathematics and Physics
- USXX-AKB04: BSc (hons) Mathematics and Physics with Placement
- Further DAPs may be available. Please see your programme handbook or contact your Director of Studies for further information.
Please see your programme handbook for circumstances where transfer to DAP may be permitted/required. | |
Possible exit awards for this programme: |
NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 15 [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 16 [pdf].
- Part 1 Stage 1 of this programme contributes 0% towards the final award classification
|
Academic Year: Part 1 Stage 1 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA10207 | Analysis 1 | 12 credits [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] |
Semester 1: Part 1 Stage 1 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA10209 | Algebra 1A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA10230 | Multivariable calculus and differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH10052 | Properties of matter [WL] | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH10053 | Vibrations, waves & optics [WL] | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Semester 2: Part 1 Stage 1 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA10210 | Algebra 1B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA10236 | Vectors, vector calculus and mechanics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH10048 | Introduction to quantum physics [WL] | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH10051 | Electricity & magnetism [WL] | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
|
NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 23 [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 24 [pdf].
- Part 2 Stage 2 of this programme contributes 16% towards the final award classification
|
Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 2 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA20216 | Algebra 2A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA20218 | Analysis 2A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA20220 | Ordinary differential equations and control | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 2 units from the following list: BLOCK A |
| Block A. Students should select either both units in block A or both units in block B. |
Unit Code | Title | |
| PH20013 | Quantum & atomic physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH20029 | Thermal physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 2 units from the following list: BLOCK B |
| Block B. Students should select either both units in block A or both units in block B. |
Unit Code | Title | |
| PH20060 | Quantum & atomic physics [WL] | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH20067 | Thermal physics (WL) | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 2 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA20219 | Analysis 2B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA20223 | Vector calculus and partial differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH20018 | Programming skills | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 2 units from the following list: BLOCK C |
| Block C: Students should select either both units in block C or both units in block D. |
Unit Code | Title | |
| PH20014 | Electromagnetism 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH20017 | Condensed matter physics 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 2 units from the following list: BLOCK D |
| Block D: Students should select either both units in block C or both units in block D. |
Unit Code | Title | |
| PH20061 | Electromagnetism 1 [WL] | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH20063 | Condensed matter physics 1 [WL] | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
|
NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 11 [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 12 [pdf].
- Part 2 Stage 3 of this programme contributes 0% towards the final award classification
|
Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 3 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| PH20040 | Professional placement | 60 credits [equivalent to 120 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
|
NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- This is the penultimate stage of the programme.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 23 [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 24 [pdf].
- Part 2 Stage 4 of this programme contributes 34% towards the final award classification
|
Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 4 |
| Designated Essential Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list: |
Students must select either:- PH30096 or PH30099 for the whole academic year, or
- 6 credits from Block A in S1, plus 6 credits from Block B in S2.
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Unit Code | Title | |
| PH30096 | Industry team project | 12 credits [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] |
| PH30099 | Communicating physics project | 12 credits [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] |
Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 4 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA30252 | Advanced real analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA40044 | Mathematical methods 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH20076 | Self-directed learning (M&P) | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30031 | Simulation techniques | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 6 credits from the following list: BLOCK A |
Students must select either:- PH30096 or PH30099 for the whole academic year, or
- 6 credits from Block A in S1, plus 6 credits from Block B in S2.
|
Unit Code | Title | |
| PH30035 | Medical physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30055 | Computational physics A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30109 | Stars and stellar evolution | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 4 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA40059 | Mathematical methods 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30056 | Computational physics B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30077 | Electromagnetism 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH40073 | Mathematical physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 6 credits from the following list: BLOCK B |
Students must select either:- PH30096 or PH30099 for the whole academic year, or
- 6 credits from Block A in S1, plus 6 credits from Block B in S2.
|
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA20217 | Algebra 2B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA20221 | Modelling and dynamical systems | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA30055 | Introduction to topology | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA30062 | Analysis of nonlinear ordinary differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA30231 | Projective geometry | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30032 | Laser physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30078 | Magnetism | 3 credits [equivalent to 6 CATS credits] |
| PH30079 | Superconductivity | 3 credits [equivalent to 6 CATS credits] |
| PH30098 | Networks | 3 credits [equivalent to 6 CATS credits] |
| PH30101 | General relativity | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30111 | Galaxies and introduction to cosmology | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
|
NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 27 (Section B) [pdf]; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 28 (Section B) [pdf].
- Part 3 Stage 5 of this programme contributes 50% towards the final award classification
|
Academic Year: Part 3 Stage 5 |
| Designated Essential Units: |
Unit Code | Title | |
| PH40065 | Final year project (MSci) | 18 credits [equivalent to 36 CATS credits] |
Semester 1: Part 3 Stage 5 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA30253 | Continuum mechanics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30030 | Quantum mechanics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| Optional Units: Select 1 unit from the following list: |
 Director of Studies approved option allowed: Students may be permitted to take a Director of Studies approved option as an alternative to one of the units in the list below. Any Director of Studies approved option chosen in this programme year must be at FHEQ level 7 (e.g. units with codes beginning PH4, MA4 etc) |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA30039 | Differential geometry of curves & surfaces | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA30046 | Linear control theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA30087 | Optimisation methods of operational research | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA30237 | Group theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA40040 | Algebraic topology | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA40042 | Measure theory & integration | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA40254 | Differential and geometric analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30024 | Contemporary physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH30028 | Condensed matter physics 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Semester 2: Part 3 Stage 5 |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA40049 | Elasticity | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH40084 | Advanced quantum theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| Optional Units: Select 2 units from the following list: |
| Director of Studies approved option allowed: Students may be permitted to take a Director of Studies approved option as an alternative to one of the units in the list below. Any Director of Studies approved option chosen in this programme year must be at FHEQ level 7 (e.g. units with codes beginning PH4, MA4 etc) |
Unit Code | Title | |
| MA40054 | Representation theory of finite groups | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA40203 | Theory of partial differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA40255 | Viscous fluid dynamics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| MA40256 | Analysis in Hilbert spaces | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH40085 | Nanoscience | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH40086 | Photonics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH40112 | Relativistic cosmology | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
| PH40113 | High energy astrophysics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2021/22 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2022/23 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
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