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University degree
Physics
University Academy 92 Limited
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Robin · your guide
Here's the honest picture on this course - what you'd study, whether you'd likely get in, what it pays, and where it leads. Everything's real data.
About this course
Physics is an exciting subject that underpins modern technological developments and the world around us. At Lancaster, you’ll join a world-leading and internationally recognised research community that is passionate about teaching the next-generation of physicists. Our courses combine fundamental topics, like electromagnetism and Newtonian mechanics, with cutting-edge topics like quantum technology, matter at ultra-low temperatures, and understanding sub-atomic particles like the Higgs Boson. With many opportunities to develop hands-on experimental and data analysis skills, you’ll be in high demand for a huge range of graduate careers, from working in clean energy to systems engineering, mod
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
112-127 pts20%
128-143 pts15%
144-159 pts30%
160-175 pts15%
176-191 pts15%
192-207 pts5%
How they qualified
90% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels90%
a foundation year5%
other higher education5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
100%
In work or further study after
90%
Continue past first year
97%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£32,000
After 15 months
£29,500
3 years on
£37,000
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled15%
Administrative occupations5%
Information Technology ProfessionalsHighly skilled15%
Finance ProfessionalsHighly skilled15%
Business, Research and Administrative ProfessionalsHighly skilled15%
Business and public service associate professionalsHighly skilled15%
Natural and social science professionalsHighly skilled5%
Engineering professionalsHighly skilled5%
What students say National Student Survey
97%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching93%
Assessment & feedback92%
Academic support91%
Well organised100%
Learning resources96%
Student community100%
In students' own words
★★★★☆
Exceeded expectations
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — the city is a brilliant student city …
Class of 2023 · Part-time
★★★★☆
Exceeded expectations
I was sceptical before starting — now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — the city …
Postgraduate · Full-time
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Where this degree can lead
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