BSc Physics
About this course
Physics is all about understanding the world around us from the smallest particle to the entire universe. If you are fascinated by this challenge and want to solve the big problems that humanity faces, then a physics degree at Northumbria is for you. If you’d like to receive the latest updates from Northumbria about our courses, events, finance & funding then enter your details below. From the smallest particle to the largest galaxy, understand the world around us with BSc (Hons) Physics. Physicists are problem solvers, future shapers, and at Northumbria we empower our Physics students to think creatively about how to tackle the challenges we put in front of them. Research strengths in areas such as quantum devices, smart and nano materials, soft matter, chaos theory and dynamical systems underpin our Physics course, giving you the opportunity to learn some of the most up-to-date and topical research.
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