University of Sheffield Physics
University of Sheffield Physics
The course covers all the essential knowledge and practical skills of the physicist. There are opportunities to specialise in different branches of the subject and take part in real research projects.
Lab work links to what you learn in lectures. In the first and second years we devote a whole module each semester to experiments and training. You’ll learn how to present results, analyse data and assess errors.
Computer programming is an essential part of academic and industrial research. We teach in a variety of languages including Matlab, Python, and Labview. And we’ll show you how to use Excel to analyse data.
We encourage you take part in field trips throughout your course. You could find yourself investigating dark matter 1km underground at Boulby Mine or 2,400m above sea level at the observatory in the Canary Islands. We also send students to CERN in Geneva, for visits and on work placements.
Financial help from the University – bursaries
If you’re a UK student, you could be entitled to a University bursary. A bursary is the same as a grant – you don’t have to pay it back.
Entry requirements
| Qualification | Grades |
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| A Levels | AAB including Maths and Physics |
| A Levels + Extended Project Qualification | ABB including AB in Maths and Physics + B. The Extended Project should be in a relevant subject |
| International Baccalaureate | 34, 6 in Higher Level Maths and Physics |
| BTEC | Not accepted |
| Cambridge Pre-U | D3 D3 M2 including Maths and Physics |
| Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers | AAABB + AB in Maths and Physics |
| Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels | B+AA in Maths and Physics |
| Access to HE | Entry requirements for mature students |
| Other qualifications | Other UK qualifications Other EU/international qualifications |
Other requirements
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| If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the department | |
Apply for this course
Make sure you’ve done everything you need to do before you apply:
How to apply>When you’re ready to apply, see the UCAS website:
Contact us
Undergraduate Admissions Officer
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Telephone +44 (0)114 222 4362
Email physics.ucas@sheffield.ac.uk
Visit us
University open days
There are four open days every year, usually in June, July, September and October. You can talk to staff and students, tour the campus and see inside the accommodation.
Department open days
If we offer you a place on a course, you’ll also be invited to a department open day. Physics and Astronomy open days are held between November and March.
Campus tours
Campus tours run regularly throughout the year, at 1pm every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.