Taught Masters degrees in physics
Strengthen your understanding of the fundamental forces of nature and carry out complex research that challenges issues we face in our society.
Why study physics at York?
At York, we're at the forefront of pioneering global research and technological advancement that has real-world impact. In collaboration with national and international partners, we investigate key areas, from fundamental particle research to designing next-generation fusion reactors.
Our well-established industrial links enable us to translate our research into solutions for societal challenges and maximise the impact of our work. With these links, we continuously engage in knowledge exchange and have seen many innovative products brought to fruition.
Our courses
Visiting students
If you're studying at a university outside the UK, you may be able to spend up to a year in York as a visiting student.
The Physics facilities are brilliant – from exploring the speed of light to using telescopes on the Astrocampus, the equipment and software that you get to use are incredibly sophisticated.
Abbie, Physics student
Our facilities
You'll have access to our state-of-the-art facilities, including a range of specialist laboratories, as well as the York Plasma Institute, Nanocentre and Astrocampus.
Scholarships and funding
Find out more about funding your Masters degree.
Careers
We provide bespoke careers sessions throughout the year to help you maximise your full potential in whatever career you choose.
Many of our students are offered PhD positions following their MSc. They go on to doctoral studies at York, Oxford, Imperial, Strathclyde, Durham and Liverpool, among others. Other students go straight into industry, both within fusion, and in a wide array of areas outside of fusion.
Our graduates
Recent graduates have gone on to work with industry leaders such as Seagate, JEOL, Toyota, Intel, AWE and Smith & Nephew. Through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, we have worked with SMEs such as Kromek and MM Microwave. Our reputation in research has led to collaborations with major facilities including Diamond Light Source, CERN, FAIR facility and RIKEN.
