School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
Frontier research, future technologies
Welcome to our School. We bring physicists and engineers together to push the frontiers of knowledge, foster innovation and meet the grand challenges facing society.
Our aim is to develop new technologies that work for the public good, in an environment where everyone can thrive.
Study with us
Our courses in Physics and Engineering provide you with the skills to solve problems across all spheres.
This means you'll be set up to succeed across a diverse range of careers.
Research and innovation
We apply expertise in fundamental physics and engineering to drive innovation in science and technology.
Our well-established industry links translate our research into solutions to real-world problems. Our doors are open to new collaborations.
Public and schools outreach
We offer a wide range of activities for the public, families and school students of all ages.
Explore the mysteries of the universe at our observatory, the Astrocampus. Delve into nuclear physics using Lego. Take part in hands-on engineering workshops, and much more.
News
Events
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Join Kate Womack and Dr Christian Diget to discover the origins of the elements and find out about the roles of different isotopes in different stellar processes.
The building blocks of the Universe - 23 Nov with @PhysicsatYork
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Congratulations to Prof Krauss on receiving this award earlier this month. Read more about this great news here: york.ac.uk/physics-engine… pic.twitter.com/ffI2l3gA9w
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Thank you to all the employers and students who attended the #WRIPAfair2022 yesterday! It was an amazing day and we were so pleased to welcome at the @UniOfYork nearly 1000 physics students and over 40 employers.
Great to see industry back on the curriculum!🎉 pic.twitter.com/EpBuFOTrHb
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'Worthy winners who have helped to open up an exciting future' read @PhysicsatYork @UniOfYork Prof Tim Spiller's comments @BBCNews on this year's Nobel Prize winners in Physics #QuantumMechanics bbc.co.uk/news/science-e…