Department of Physics research
We have a thriving research programme, encompassing physics from the nanoscales to the most energetic processes in the Universe.
Department of Physics
The courses we offer are complemented by our inspirational research programmes in physics and astrophysics.
Research Excellence Framework 2021
96% of our submitted research activity was ranked as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021).
News
Our latest research news and press releases.
University of Bath hosts international Physics conference
The Department of Physics played host to the 2023 international workshop on superconductivity and magnetism in two-dimensional films and heterostructures.
Can rainbows monitor the environment?
New nanotechnology may make it easier to identify the chemical composition of impurities and their geometrical shape in samples of air, liquid and live tissue.
Bath-CSC PhD student unveils the dust-enshrouded nature of distant galaxies
Bath astronomers find clumpier dust distributions in early galaxies, and highlight how dust can make galaxies look bigger than they really are.
Bath physicists join forces with National Physical Laboratory and University of Helsinki
The Department of Physics has received Royal Society funding for collaboration with the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the University of Helsinki.
Department of Physics holds Eureka research conference for the third time.
The conference celebrated recent scientific achievements in the areas of Photonics, Astrophysics, Nanoscience and Theory.
Dr Jack Binysh wins the 2023 Peter Troughton Research Staff Prize
Dr Jack Binysh was awarded the prize for his research, “Animate Materials: From shape-shifting robots to living matter”.
Events
Details about our Department's upcoming and past events.
How quickly does an encaged electron tunnel free?
23 Jun 2023 1.15pm
8 West 3.14,
8 West,
University of Bath
Guest speaker Prof Philip Moriarty presents the latest of our research colloquia series, open to all staff and students.
How will AI transform robotics?
9 Jun 2023 1.15pm
8 West 3.13,
8 West,
University of Bath
Guest speaker Prof Nathan Lepora presents the latest of our research colloquia series, open to all staff and students.
Eureka 2023 - Physics in the South West
14 Jun 2023 9.30am
Chancellor's Building Level 2,
The Chancellors' Building,
University of Bath
Showcasing Physics research from Universities in the South West (Exeter, Southampton, Bristol, Cardiff and Bath; free admission for academics).
Study physics with us
Find out about our undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including our top 5 reasons to study physics at Bath.
Undergraduate courses in physics and astrophysics
Learn more about our physics courses, including entry requirements and course structure.
Available PhD Projects in the Department of Physics
See available PhD projects in the Department of Physics
5 reasons to study physics at Bath
From placements to graduate job prospects, there are lots of reasons to study physics at Bath. Here are our top 5.
People, facilities, research and outreach
Find staff and facilities in the department and see how your school or college can get involved with our work.
People in the Department of Physics
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Facilities available for physics students, researchers and industry
Explore the facilities available for teaching, research or commercial use with expert support from university staff.
Department of Physics research
We have a thriving research programme, encompassing physics from the nanoscales to the most energetic processes in the Universe.
Physics outreach opportunities for schools
Find out how your school can access our teaching resources, and let's work together to communicate the excitement of physics to children.
Placement stories
Find out what it's like to go on a placement while studying at Bath.
Encouraging the next generation
Mathematics and Physics student Rebecca Lane found inspiration for the future while attending a STEM event during her placement.
I supported forecasting, modelling and statistical analysis at the Home Office
Physics student Adam Stannard opted for a placement as an operational research analyst to gain new skills and insight into the business world.
Revolutionising household products on placement at Dyson
Physics student Tim Jones on gaining experience in a research-engineering role and securing a graduate role with Dyson.
Our Alumni
The Bath Alumni blog: insights & stories from campus & beyond
Adriana de Bartolome (MPhys Physics 2019)
The Bath Alumni blog: insights & stories from campus & beyond.
Stephen Ainger (BSc Physics with Geophysics 1974)
The Bath Alumni blog: insights & stories from campus & beyond.
Jamie Urquhart (BSc Physics with Physical Electronics 1979)
The Bath Alumni blog: insights & stories from campus & beyond.
Equality and diversity
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity. We welcome a diverse community of students and staff.
End of Year Report 2022
From research, through outreach to teaching, find out the highlights of everything that has happened over the year 2022 in the Department of Physics.
About the Department of Physics
Our broad selection of courses satisfy a wide range of interests, preparing students not only for a career in physics but many other fields as well.
Our diversity as a department is reflected through the variety of research conducted by our seven research groups and centres encompassing physics on the smallest nanoscales to the most energetic processes in the Universe.
Get in touch
For any queries about our research or courses, please contact us in person or online.
We are based in the 8 West building on campus
University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom