Physics with Computer Science BSc Hons

Are you interested in how the world works and the technology used to shape it If so, this could be the perfect course for you.Study the theories of physics with the practical applications of computer science. This combination will help to ensure you graduate career-ready. You'll receive a comprehensive physics education taught by award-winning academics. Throughout the degree you'll gain skills in mathematical modelling and programming. You'll be able to use these as tools for problem-solving in later years of the course.The year studying computer science will advance your computational skills. You can apply these to your physics research project in the final year. For example, machine learning in physics, or computational astrophysics.Choose optional modules from year two in the areas that interest you most. There's a wide variety of topics including:AstrophysicsMedical physics and imagingSemiconductor physicsTheoretical elementary particle physicsQuantum dynamicsSoftware engineeringAI and Machine LearningWhy choose this course
Study two interdisciplinary topics to graduate career-readyLearn about modelling, programming, software engineering and AI91% of our undergraduates are in full-time employment or further study within 15 months of graduation16th in the UK in the QS World University Rankingsby Subject 2024 (Computer Science and Information Systems)15th in the UK in the QS World University Rankingsby Subject 2024 (Physics and Astronomy)Taught by award-winning academics and researchers from theSchool of Physics and AstronomyandSchool of Computer ScienceCareers overviewYou'll develop the transferrable skills needed for a future career in physics or computer science. Over 30% of our physics BSc graduates work as programmers and software development professionals (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2020 graduates).Other popular roles are:IT business analysts, architects and systems designersData analystsTeaching professionalsFinance and investment analysts and advisersTop employers of our graduates from these schools include Experian, Rolls Royce, Accenture and BAE Systems. School of Physics and Astronomy and School of Computer Science, HESA Graduate Outcomes (2020 graduates).