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Department of Physics Course Catalogue 2022/3


USPH-AAM03: MPhys(Hons) Physics with Study year abroad


Leading to the award of MASTER OF PHYSICS


Mode of Attendance: Full-time with Study Year Abroad


Normal course duration: 4 Years

[Page last updated: 24 April 2022]


Assessment Regulations
Applicable NFAAR appendices:
Part 1 Stage 1: Main Assessment Appendix 15; Supplementary Assessment Appendix 16
Part 2 Stage 2: Main Assessment Appendix 23; Supplementary Assessment Appendix 24
Part 2 Stage 3: Main Assessment Appendix 23; Supplementary Assessment Appendix 24
Part 3 Stage 4: Main Assessment Appendix 27; Supplementary Assessment Appendix 28
Approved exemptions:
None
Coexistent Masters course?:
Yes
DAPS and exit awards:
USPH-AAB02: BSc (hons) Physics with Year Abroad
USPH-AAL02: Diploma of Higher Education [exit award]
USPH-AAC02: Certificate of Higher Education [exit award]
Transfer to DAP possible from study years as follows: Year 1: Yes; Year 2: Yes; Year 3: Yes; Year 4: Yes
NFAAR version applicable:
NFAAR-UG
Weighting towards final award by stage:
Part 1 Stage 1: 0%
Part 2 Stage 2: 16%
Part 2 Stage 3: 34%
Part 3 Stage 4: 50%

Please consult your programme handbook or contact your Director of Studies for further information on assessment regulations


Jump to:

Years 1 & 2

This course is being replaced by a new 5-year version so years 1 and 2 of this version is not available in 2022/3. You can find details of the new course here.

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 2022/23 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2023/24 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.


Year 3

Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 3

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
PH30043 MPhys year abroad 60 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 2022/23 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2023/24 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.


Year 4

Semester 1: Part 3 Stage 4

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
PH40081 MPhys research project 30 Credits

Semester 2: Part 3 Stage 4

Optional Units: Select 30 credits from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
PH40073 Mathematical physics 6 Credits
PH40083 Advanced problem solving 6 Credits
PH40084 Advanced quantum theory 6 Credits
PH40085 Nanoscience 6 Credits
PH40086 Photonics 6 Credits
PH40112 Relativistic cosmology 6 Credits
PH40113 High energy astrophysics 6 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 2022/23 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2023/24 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.