Physics MPhys : University of Sussex

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Key information

Duration:: 4 years full time
Typical A-level offer:: AAA
UCAS code:: F303
Start date:: September 2019

15th in the UK for Physics (The Guardian University Guide 2018)
98% of our students found our courses intellectually stimulating (National Student Survey 2017)
93% of School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences students were in work or further study six months after graduating (HESA EPI, Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2016)

You'll learn from experts working at the forefront of physics. Our staff are developing next generation quantum technology devices and working on the ATLAS experiment at CERN.

You study modules based on the latest research, from quantum mechanics to particle physics. You also explore the fundamental laws of physics.

During your integrated Masters year you develop advanced physical skills through working with one of the departmental research groups.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Institute of Physics.

MPhys or BSc?

We also offer this course as a five-year MPhys with an industrial placement year, as a four-year MPhys with research placements, as a three-year BSc, or as a four-year BSc with an industrial placement year. Find out about the benefits of an integrated Masters year.

“We’re given so much support, from the lecturers’ open door policy, to the fantastic study spaces and student mentors.” Anjelah BalachandranTheoretical Physics MPhys

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A-level

Typical offer	AAA
Subjects	A-levels must include Mathematics. The A-level in 'Use of Mathematics' is not acceptable as meeting this requirement. Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.
GCSEs	You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.
Extended Project Qualification	We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact Admissions at ug.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk

Other UK qualifications

Access to HE Diploma

Typical offer	Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 45 level 3 credits all at Distinction.
Subjects	In addition to the Access to HE Diploma you will need an A-level in Mathematics. The A-level in 'Use of Mathematics' is not acceptable as meeting this requirement. Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.

Typical offer

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 45 level 3 credits all at Distinction.

Subjects

In addition to the Access to HE Diploma you will need an A-level in Mathematics. The A-level in 'Use of Mathematics' is not acceptable as meeting this requirement.

Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.

Cambridge Pre-U Principle Subjects (including A-level mixes)

Typical offer	D3, M1, M2 If you have one A-level and two Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects we would expect you to have a grade A in the A-level, and D3 and M2 in the two Pre-Us. If you have two A-levels and a Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subject we would normally expect you to have grades AB in 2 A-levels and D3 in the Pre-U.
Subjects	You must have either Mathematics at A-level or as a Cambridge Pre-U Principal subject. Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.
GCSEs	You should have a broad range of GCSEs (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Typical offer

D3, M1, M2

If you have one A-level and two Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects we would expect you to have a grade A in the A-level, and D3 and M2 in the two Pre-Us.

If you have two A-levels and a Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subject we would normally expect you to have grades AB in 2 A-levels and D3 in the Pre-U.

Subjects

You must have either Mathematics at A-level or as a Cambridge Pre-U Principal subject. Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.

GCSEs

You should have a broad range of GCSEs (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

International Baccalaureate

Typical offer	36 points overall from the full IB Diploma.
Subjects	IB Higher Levels must include Mathematics, with a grade of 6. Higher level Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis with only standard level.

Typical offer

36 points overall from the full IB Diploma.

Subjects

IB Higher Levels must include Mathematics, with a grade of 6.

Higher level Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis with only standard level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and one A-level

Typical offer	Grade A in A-level and DM in Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma.
Subjects	You will need an A-level in Mathematics.
GCSEs	You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and two A-levels

Typical offer	Grades AB in A-levels and Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate.
Subjects	You will need A-level in Mathematics (grade A). Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.
GCSEs	You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Typical offer

Grades AB in A-levels and Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate.

Subjects

You will need A-level in Mathematics (grade A).

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

GCSEs

You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma)

Typical offer	DDD
Subjects	In addition to the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma, you will also need an A-level Mathematics at grade A. The A-level in 'Use of Mathematics' is not acceptable as meeting this requirement. Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.
GCSEs	You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Typical offer

DDD

Subjects

In addition to the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma, you will also need an A-level Mathematics at grade A. The A-level in 'Use of Mathematics' is not acceptable as meeting this requirement.

Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.

GCSEs

You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Scottish Highers

Typical offer	AAAAA
Subjects	Highers must include Mathematics. You must also have Advanced Highers in Mathematics (grade A). Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

AAAAA

Subjects

Highers must include Mathematics. You must also have Advanced Highers in Mathematics (grade A).

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced

Typical offer	Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-level grades AAA
Subjects	A-levels must include Mathematics. The A-level in 'Use of Mathematics' is not acceptable as meeting this requirement. Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.
GCSEs	You should have a broad range of GCSEs (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Typical offer

Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-level grades AAA

Subjects

A-levels must include Mathematics. The A-level in 'Use of Mathematics' is not acceptable as meeting this requirement.

Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.

GCSEs

You should have a broad range of GCSEs (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

International Baccalaureate

Typical offer	36 points overall from the full IB Diploma.
Subjects	IB Higher Levels must include Mathematics, with a grade of 6. Higher level Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis with only standard level.

Typical offer

36 points overall from the full IB Diploma.

Subjects

IB Higher Levels must include Mathematics, with a grade of 6.

Higher level Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis with only standard level.

European Baccalaureate

Typical offer	Overall result of at least 83%
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential (at least a score of 8.0). Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Overall result of at least 83%

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential (at least a score of 8.0).

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Other international qualifications

Australia

Typical offer	Relevant state (Year 12) High School Certificate, and a score of 95% in the ATAR or UAI/TER/ENTER. Or a Queensland OP of 2 or below.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Relevant state (Year 12) High School Certificate, and a score of 95% in the ATAR or UAI/TER/ENTER. Or a Queensland OP of 2 or below.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Austria

Typical offer	Reifeprüfung or Matura with an overall result of 1.6 for first-year entry.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Reifeprüfung or Matura with an overall result of 1.6 for first-year entry.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Belgium

Typical offer	Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) or Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs with a good overall average.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Bulgaria

Typical offer	Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with excellent final-year scores (normally 5.5 overall with 6 in key subjects).
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Canada

Typical offer	Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 80% from 6 grade 12 U, U/C or M courses British Columbia Certificate of Graduation AAAAB from 5 grade 12 courses We also recognise the High School Diploma from other provinces -including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick- where we look for strong performance in grade 12 subjects, and the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) from Quebec.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 80% from 6 grade 12 U, U/C or M courses

British Columbia Certificate of Graduation AAAAB from 5 grade 12 courses

We also recognise the High School Diploma from other provinces -including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick- where we look for strong performance in grade 12 subjects, and the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) from Quebec.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

China

Typical offer	We usually do not accept Senior High School Graduation for direct entry to our undergraduate courses. However, we may consider you if you have studied one year or more of Higher Education in China at a recognised degree awarding institution, or if you are following a recognised International Foundation Year. If you want to apply for a business-related course which requires an academic ability in Mathematics, you normally also need a grade B in Mathematics from the Huikao or a score of 90 in Mathematics from the Gaokao. If you have the Senior High School Graduation, you may be eligible to apply for our International Foundation Year. If you successfully complete an International Foundation Year, you can progress on to a relevant undergraduate course at Sussex. Check which qualifications the International Study Centre accepts for the International Foundation Year.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

We usually do not accept Senior High School Graduation for direct entry to our undergraduate courses.

However, we may consider you if you have studied one year or more of Higher Education in China at a recognised degree awarding institution, or if you are following a recognised International Foundation Year.

If you want to apply for a business-related course which requires an academic ability in Mathematics, you normally also need a grade B in Mathematics from the Huikao or a score of 90 in Mathematics from the Gaokao.

If you have the Senior High School Graduation, you may be eligible to apply for our International Foundation Year. If you successfully complete an International Foundation Year, you can progress on to a relevant undergraduate course at Sussex.

Check which qualifications the International Study Centre accepts for the International Foundation Year.

Subject-specific knowledge

Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.

Please note

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Croatia

Typical offer	Maturatna Svjedodžba with an overall score of at least 5.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Maturatna Svjedodžba with an overall score of at least 5.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Cyprus

Typical offer	Apolytirion of Lykeion with an overall average of at least 19/20 will be considered for first-year entry.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Apolytirion of Lykeion with an overall average of at least 19/20 will be considered for first-year entry.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Czech Republic

Typical offer	Maturita with a good overall average.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Denmark

Typical offer	Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) or Studentereksamen with an overall average of at least 10 on the new grading scale.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) or Studentereksamen with an overall average of at least 10 on the new grading scale.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Finland

Typical offer	Finnish Ylioppilastutkinto with overall final result of at least 6 in the final matriculation examinations.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Finnish Ylioppilastutkinto with overall final result of at least 6 in the final matriculation examinations.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential.

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

France

Typical offer	French Baccalauréat with an overall final result of 15/20.
Additional requirements	You will need to be taking the science strand within the French Baccalaureat with a final result of at least 14/20 in Mathematics. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

French Baccalauréat with an overall final result of 15/20.

Additional requirements

You will need to be taking the science strand within the French Baccalaureat with a final result of at least 14/20 in Mathematics.

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Germany

Typical offer	German Abitur with an overall result of 1.6.
Additional requirements	You will need to achieve a final mark of at least 13/15 in Mathematics. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

German Abitur with an overall result of 1.6.

Additional requirements

You will need to achieve a final mark of at least 13/15 in Mathematics.

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Greece

Typical offer	Apolytirion with an overall average of at least 18 or 19/20 will be considered for first-year entry.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Apolytirion with an overall average of at least 18 or 19/20 will be considered for first-year entry.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Hong Kong

Typical offer	Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with grades of 5, 5, 5 from three subjects including two electives
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with grades of 5, 5, 5 from three subjects including two electives

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Hungary

Typical offer	Erettsegi/Matura with a good average of at least 55555.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Erettsegi/Matura with a good average of at least 55555.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

India

Typical offer	Standard XII results 85% from ISC Indian School certificate of Education (CISCE) 85% from SSC All India Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) 85% HSC Higher Secondary Certificate ( Maharashtra )
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Standard XII results

85% from ISC Indian School certificate of Education (CISCE)
85% from SSC All India Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE)
85% HSC Higher Secondary Certificate ( Maharashtra )

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Iran

Typical offer	High School Diploma and Pre-University Certificate.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Ireland

Typical offer	Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) at H1,H1,H2,H2,H3.
Additional requirements	Highers must include Mathematics with a score of H1. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) at H1,H1,H2,H2,H3.

Additional requirements

Highers must include Mathematics with a score of H1.

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Israel

Typical offer	Bagrut, with at least 8/10 in at least six subjects, including one five-unit subject.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Italy

Typical offer	Italian Diploma Di Maturità or Diploma Pass Di Esame Di Stato with a final Diploma mark of 90/100.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Italian Diploma Di Maturità or Diploma Pass Di Esame Di Stato with a final Diploma mark of 90/100.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential.

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Japan

Typical offer	Upper Secondary Leaving Certificate is suitable for entry to our Foundation Years. Find out more about Foundation Years.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Latvia

Typical offer	Atestats par Visparejo videjo Izglitibu with very good grades in state exams.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Lithuania

Typical offer	Brandos Atestatas including scores of 80-90% in at least three state examinations (other than English).
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Luxembourg

Typical offer	Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Malaysia

Typical offer	Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with grades of AAA, Matriculation with a least a grade of 3.5 or UEC with an overall average grade A2 (80%).
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with grades of AAA, Matriculation with a least a grade of 3.5 or UEC with an overall average grade A2 (80%).

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Netherlands

Typical offer	Voorereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO), normally with an average of at least 7.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Nigeria

Typical offer	You are expected to have one of the following: Higher National Diploma One year at a recognised Nigerian University Professional Diploma (Part IV) from the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology of Nigeria Advanced Diploma You must also have a score of C6 or above in WAEC/SSC English.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

You are expected to have one of the following:

Higher National Diploma
One year at a recognised Nigerian University
Professional Diploma (Part IV) from the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology of Nigeria
Advanced Diploma

You must also have a score of C6 or above in WAEC/SSC English.

Subject-specific knowledge

Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.

Please note

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Norway

Typical offer	Norwegian Vitnemal Fra Den Videregaende Opplaering - Pass with an overall average of 5
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Norwegian Vitnemal Fra Den Videregaende Opplaering - Pass with an overall average of 5

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential.

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Pakistan

Typical offer	Bachelor (Pass) degree in arts, commerce or science.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Poland

Typical offer	Matura with three extended-level written examinations, normally scored within the 7th stanine.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Portugal

Typical offer	Diploma de Ensino Secundario normally with an overall mark of 18/20.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Diploma de Ensino Secundario normally with an overall mark of 18/20.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Romania

Typical offer	Diploma de Bacalaureat with an overall average of between 9.5
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Diploma de Bacalaureat with an overall average of between 9.5

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Singapore

Typical offer	A-levels, as well as certain certificates and diplomas.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Slovakia

Typical offer	Maturitna Skuska or Maturita with honours, normally including scores of 1 in at least three subjects.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Slovenia

Typical offer	Secondary School Leaving Diploma or Matura with at least 25 points overall.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Secondary School Leaving Diploma or Matura with at least 25 points overall.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

South Africa

Typical offer	National Senior Certificate with very good grades.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Spain

Typical offer	Spanish Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE) with an overall average result of at least 8.5.
Additional requirements	Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential (at least 8/10). Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Typical offer

Spanish Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE) with an overall average result of at least 8.5.

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability in Mathematics is essential (at least 8/10).

Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Sri Lanka

Typical offer	Sri Lankan A-levels.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Sweden

Typical offer	Fullstandigt Slutbetyg with good grades.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Switzerland

Typical offer	Federal Maturity Certificate.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Turkey

Typical offer	Devlet Lise Diplomasi or Lise Bitirme is normally only suitable for Foundation Years, but very strong applicants may be considered for first year entry. Find out more about Foundation Years.
Subject-specific knowledge	Evidence of existing academic ability in both Mathematics and Physics is essential.
Please note	Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

USA

Typical offer

We look at your full profile taking into account everything you are studying, including the high school graduation diploma, Grade 12 GPA, SAT tests and subject tests and/or ACT grades We are particularly interested in AP tests and would ideally like to see 3 good AP scores

Advanced Placement Tests with scores of 5,5,5 in three subjects

If you have taken the SAT reasoning tests we'd normally expect a combined score of at least 1300 and will look for around 600 in relevant subject tests.

If you've taken the ACT we'd expect to see a composite score of at least 26

Additional requirements

Evidence of existing academic ability to a high level in Mathematics is essential. Physics is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

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If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, email ug.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk

English language requirements

IELTS (Academic)

6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test.

If you are applying for degree-level study we can consider your IELTS test from any test centre, but if you require a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) for an English language or pre-sessional English course (not combined with a degree) the test must be taken at a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)-approved IELTS test centre.

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Other English language requirements

Proficiency tests

Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)

For tests taken before January 2015: Grade B or above

For tests taken after January 2015: 176 overall, including at least 169 in each skill

We would normally expect the CAE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.

You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Cambridge English: Advanced.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

For tests taken before January 2015: grade C or above

For tests taken after January 2015: 176 overall, including at least 169 in each skill

We would normally expect the CPE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.

You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Cambridge English: Proficiency.

Pearson (PTE Academic)

62 overall, including at least 56 in all four skills.

PTE (Academic) scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Pearson (PTE Academic).

TOEFL (iBT)

88 overall, including at least 20 in Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.

TOEFL (iBT) scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about TOEFL (iBT).

The TOEFL Institution Code for the University of Sussex is 9166.

English language qualifications

AS/A-level (GCE)

Grade C or above in English Language.

Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE)/ AS or A Level: grade C or above in Use of English

French Baccalaureat

A score of 12 or above in English.

GCE O-level

Grade C or above in English.

Brunei/Cambridge GCE O-level in English: grades 1-6.

Singapore/Cambridge GCE O-level in English: grades 1-6.

GCSE or IGCSE

Grade C or above in English as a First Language.

Grade B or above in English as a Second Language

German Abitur

A score of 12 or above in English.

Ghana Senior Secondary School Certificate

If awarded before 1993: grades 1-6 in English language.

If awarded between 1993 and 2005: grades A-D in English language.

Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)

Level 4, including at least 3 in each component in English Language.

Indian School Certificate (Standard XII)

The Indian School Certificate is accepted at the grades below when awarded by the following examination boards:

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – English Core only: 70%

Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) - English: 70%

International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

English A or English B at grade 5 or above.

Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) 119/GCE O-level

If taken before the end of 2008: grades 1-5 in English Language.

If taken from 2009 onwards: grade C or above in English Language.

The qualification must be jointly awarded by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES).

West African Senior School Certificate

Grades 1-6 in English language when awarded by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) or the National Examinations Council (NECO).

Country exceptions

If you are a national of one of the countries below, or if you have recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree or higher in one of these countries, you will normally meet our English requirements. Note that qualifications obtained by distance learning or awarded by studying outside these countries cannot be accepted for English language purposes.

You will normally be expected to have completed the qualification within two years before starting your course at Sussex. If the qualification was obtained earlier than this we would expect you to be able to demonstrate that you have maintained a good level of English, for example by living in an English-speaking country or working in an occupation that required you to use English regularly and to a high level.

Please note that this list is determined by the UK’s Home Office, not by the University of Sussex.

List of exempt countries

Antigua and Barbuda
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Canada**
Dominica
Grenada
Guyana
Ireland
Jamaica
New Zealand
St Kitts and Nevis
St Lucia
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Trinidad and Tobago
United Kingdom
USA

** Canada: you must be a national of Canada; other nationals not on this list who have a degree from a Canadian institution will not normally be exempt from needing to provide evidence of English.

Admissions information for applicants

Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) for international students	Yes. Find out more about ATAS clearance.
Transfers into Year 2	Yes. Find out more about transferring into Year 2 of this course. We don’t accept transfers into the third or final year.

If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, email ug.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk

Don’t meet our entry requirements?

If you don't meet our entry requirements, we offer Foundation Year courses to prepare you for Year 1 of your chosen degree course:

Physics and Astronomy (with a foundation year) BSc (Hons)

The International Study Centre offers a range of foundation courses to help you prepare for an undergraduate degree at the University of Sussex.

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Modules

Find out about our types of undergraduate degrees, their structure, modules and credits

Year 1 at Sussex
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Study abroad or Placement
Year 3 at Sussex
Year 4 at Sussex

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Autumn teaching

These modules are running in the academic year 2018/19. We also plan to offer them in future academic years. They may become unavailable due to staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of such changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

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Study abroad (optional)

Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career. Find out where your course could take you

Industrial placement (optional)

An industrial placement gives you the chance to spend an additional year working with an organisation, in an area relevant to your course, while being paid. It’s a proven way to fast-track your career.

You develop your technical, team-working and transferable skills, and apply what you have learnt in your studies to a business environment.

Our six-week preparation scheme helps you find, secure and succeed in your placement. Find out more about placements and internships.

“I spent the placement at a quantum information processing lab, which has given me an idea of what I might do for a career.” Dan GoldwaterPhysics MPhys

Please note: If you’re receiving – or applying for – USA federal Direct Loan funds, you can’t transfer to the version of this program with an optional study abroad period in any country or optional placement in the USA. Find out more about American Student Loans and Federal Student Aid

Core modules

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Autumn and spring teaching

Advanced Physics Laboratory

Spring teaching

Quantum Mechanics 2

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MPhys Final Year Project

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Life as an undergraduate student

Find out more about studying Physics at Sussex, including astrophysics, theoretical physics and particle physics

“I work on the ATLAS experiment at the CERN’s Large Hadron Collider, seeking answers to fundamental questions such as ‘What is the nature of dark matter?’.” Professor Antonella De SantoProfessor of Physics

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Our staff

Prof Antonella De Santo

Professor Of Physics

Research interests

ATLAS experiment, Beyond The Standard Model, Calorimetry, Experimental particle physics, Large Hadron Collider, Neutrino Oscillations, Neutrino Physics, Particle Detectors, Standard Model, Supersymmetry, Triggering

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Prof Jacob Dunningham

Professor of Physics

Research interests

Atomic and molecular physics, Bose-Einstein Condensation, Quantum dynamics, Quantum mechanics, Quantum Metrology, Quantum Optics & Information, Quantum Theory

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Prof Claudia Eberlein

Professor Of Theoretical Physics

Research interests

Applied Quantum Field Theory, Cavity Quantum Electrodynamics, Cold Atoms and Applications, Nanotechnology, Quantum Electrodynamics (QED), Quantum Field Theory, Quantum optics, Theoretical Physics

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Dr Elisabeth Falk

Senior Lecturer in Experimental ParticlePhysics

Research interests

Experimental particle physics, Instrumentation for Particle Physics Or Astronomy, Neutrino Physics, Particle physics - experiment

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Prof Philip Harris

Professor of Physics

Research interests

Neutron electric dipole moment, Ultracold neutrons

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Dr Stephan Huber

Reader in Theoretical Particle Physics

Research interests

Beyond The Standard Model, Cosmology, Particle physics - theory, Quantum Field Theory, Supersymmetry

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Dr Ilian Iliev

Reader In Astronomy

Research interests

Cosmology, First Stars, reionization, Simulations

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Dr Simon Peeters

Reader

Research interests

Data analysis, Direct Dark Matter Detection, Experimental particle physics, Instrumentation for Particle Physics Or Astronomy, Instrumentation, sensors and detectors, Neutrino Physics, Particle astrophysics, Particle physics - experiment, Statistical Uncertainty

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Prof Kathy Romer

Professor of Astrophysics

Research interests

Astronomy, Astronomy & Space Science Technologies, Astronomy - observation, Cosmology, Data Mining

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Dr Robert Smith

Emeritus Reader

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Fees

Fees are not yet set for entry in the academic year 2019. Note that your fees, once they’re set, may be subject to an increase on an annual basis.

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Scholarships

Our goal is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to regardless of financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique people.

Details of our scholarships are not yet set for entry in the academic year 2019.

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Careers

Graduate destinations

Recent Physics and Astronomy graduates have started their careers as:

data analyst, Blue Frontier
physics teacher, Ardingly College
cybersecurity consultant, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).

(Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2016)

Your future career

We are a core part of the SEPnet (South East Physics Network) consortium, which gives us links to universities and industry across the region.

Our courses help you develop versatile skills. With careers fairs, forums and a dedicated careers officer we support your career development from day one.

Our graduates find employment in a diverse range of fields, including geophysics, aerospace, consulting, teaching, scientific Civil Service. Many of our graduates go on to postgraduate research and PhD study.

Working while you study

Our Careers and Employability Centre can help you find part-time work while you study. Find out more about career development and part-time work

“The labs at Sussex were a fantastic way to develop skills. I’ve impressed colleagues by the amount of lab work I’ve done!” Sam RasonRadiation Environment Team, QinetiQ

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