Applied Physics
University of StrathclydeApplied Physics MSc is a postgraduate degree at University of Strathclyde, based in Glasgow, taught full-time over 12 months.
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:
Duration: 12 Months
Qualification: MSc
Location: Glasgow
Duration: 24 Months
Qualification: MSc
Location: Glasgow
Duration: 9 Months
Qualification: PgDip
Location: Glasgow
Duration: 21 Months
Qualification: PgDip
Location: Glasgow
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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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
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ