About the course

This course is for you if you’re interested in atomic, molecular and optical physics, as well as experimental particle physics.

　　Our research lies at the forefront of fundamental physics, including:

　　quantum information processing

　　top-rated particle physics experiments

　　the theoretical understanding of space, time and matter.

　　The Department is a founder member of SEPnet, the South East Physics Network of physics departments, which supports vital research, teaching and development in the South East. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Brighton
Autumn (September), 2025	Brighton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Sussex

You should normally have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above.

　　IELTS (Academic) - Lower level (6.0 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component). TOEFL (iBT) - 80 overall, including at least 19 in Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 21 in Writing.

　　Your qualification should be in a physics-based subject (including mathematics and engineering degrees) with significant modern physics content including quantum mechanics, electrodynamics and nuclear physics. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　The next application deadline is 01 August 2024

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Sussex. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　201st / 1250

　　THE World ranking50th / 130

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