About the course

On this MPhys degree you’ll explore photonics - the science of light - while deepening your knowledge in the core areas of physics. An unrivalled range of specialist modules will allow you to fine-tune skills that are in high demand in this well-paid, rapidly expanding industry. According to government agency Innovate UK, the nation’s photonics sector is now worth over £12 billion a year.We’re home to the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) - the largest photonics research institute in the UK.We’re also the only UK university to offer an undergraduate physics degree with photonics and you’ll join a research community with a history of revolutionary discoveries. These include the optical fibres and amplifiers that make the internet possible. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Southampton
Autumn (September), 2025	Southampton
Autumn (September), 2026	Southampton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Southampton

A Level -

　　AAA, including AA in Mathematics and Physics.

　　GCSE -

　　GCSE Mathematics and English at grade C or above

　　IB: MPhys: 34 points, 18 at higher level, including 6 in physics and 6 in maths, BSc: 34 points, 17 at higher level, including 6 in maths and 5 in physics

　　IELTS: band 1C, 6.5, with minimum of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Southampton. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking17th / 130

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