Applied Physics

University of Strathclyde
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 12 Months Physics and astronomy

About this course

The course gives you the opportunity to explore and master a wide range of applied physics skills. It also teaches you transferable, problem-solving and numeracy skills that are widely sought after across the commercial sector.

On the MSc programme you'll acquire:

  • in-depth knowledge of current and emerging theories, techniques and practices within the field of physics and the life sciences and the ability to apply these theories in a professional setting

  • problem-solving and high numeracy skills that are widely sought-after across the commercial sector skills required to use high-power microwave technology in an industrial environment

  • professional abilities in applying laser-based particle acceleration and enabled applications

  • in-depth knowledge of materials and solid state physics, photonics & quantum optics and quantum information technology

    You‘ll put the knowledge gained in the taught classes to use on a research project. You can design the project to fit in with your interests and career plans.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 4 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 12 Months

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Glasgow

    Part-time

    Duration: 24 Months

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Glasgow

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 9 Months

    Qualification: PgDip

    Location: Glasgow

    Part-time

    Duration: 21 Months

    Qualification: PgDip

    Location: Glasgow

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    2124 Electronics engineers
    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
    2129 Engineering professionals
    2114 Physical scientists
    2482 Quality assurance and regulatory professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    12 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Glasgow
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Physics and astronomy