Physics (Common Entry) Course content

In the first semester, you will study topics in physics, including mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, and methods of measurement. You will also study general chemistry and topics in mathematics, including linear algebra and calculus. Before the end of Semester 1, you will choose whether you wish to pursue a degree in

Applied Physics or Mathematics and Physics

The major distinction between these two programmes is that Applied Physics includes physical chemistry and electronics, subjects that the Mathematics and Physics programme omits in favour of developing stronger mathematical skills.

In the final year the BSc in Applied Physics also has electives in energy, medical physics. technical writing and space engineering while the BSc in Mathematics and Physics has electives in PDEs, the mathematics of natural phenomena, medical physics and nanotechnology, which is already core in BSc in Applied Physics.