Overview

During the Applied Physics course at the University of Strathclyde, you can choose classes relevant to your career interests from a wide range of topics including:

high-power microwave technology

laser-based particle acceleration and enabled applications

physics and the life sciences

materials and solid state physics

photonics

quantum optics and quantum information technology

On the MSc programme you'll acquire:

in-depth knowledge of current and emerging theories, techniques and practices within the field of physics and the life sciences and the ability to apply these theories in a professional setting

problem-solving and high numeracy skills that are widely sought-after across the commercial sector skills required to use high-power microwave technology in an industrial environment

professional abilities in applying laser-based particle acceleration and enabled applications

in-depth knowledge of materials and solid state physics, photonics & quantum optics and quantum information technology

You‘ll put the knowledge gained in the taught classes to use on a research project. You can design the project to fit in with your interests and career plans.

The course gives you the opportunity to explore and master a wide range of applied physics skills. It teaches you transferable, problem-solving and numeracy skills that are widely sought after across the commercial sector.

The final assessment will be based on your performance in examinations, coursework, a research project and, if required, in an oral exam.

What kind of jobs do Strathclyde Physics graduates get?

To answer this question we contacted some of our Physics graduates from all courses to find out what jobs they have. They are working across the world in a number of different roles including:

Medical Physicist

Senior Engineer

Professor

Systems Engineer

Treasury Analyst

Patent Attorney

Software Engineer

Teacher

Spacecraft Project Manager

Defence Scientist

Procurement Manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Skills

Project Training

Project

Advanced Nanoscience 1: Imaging & Microscopy

Advanced Nanoscience 2: Solid State Nanoscience

Topics in Photonics: Laser & Nonlinear Optics

Experimental Quantum & Atom Optics

Advanced Topics in Photonics: Ultrafast Physics & Plasmas

Photonics Materials & Devices (topics in solid state physics)

Advanced Photonics Devices

Theoretical Quantum Information

Quantum Optics, Nonlinearity & Open Quantum Systems

Advanced Topics in Complex Systems

Advanced Topics in Theoretical Physics

Advanced Topics in Electromagnetism and Plasma Physics

Optical Communication (photonic systems)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

PgDip - 120 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum second-class honours degree, or international equivalent, in physics or related subject, e.g. Engineering Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering.

Applicants from an engineering discipline need to have had sufficient exposure to quantum mechanics and solid state physics, e.g. by semiconductor technology courses, or need to demonstrate that they can acquire the necessary background. Contact us about your case and the possibility of conversion courses.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28700 GBP / year

≈ 28700 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11900 GBP / year

≈ 11900 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £11,900

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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What kind of jobs do Strathclyde Physics graduates get?

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Glasgow

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