Physics student stories
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Hear directly from our students about a range of topics: why they chose York; what they love about their courses; placements; and general tips for student life at York.
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Engineering a sustainable future: my career leap to fusion energy at the University of York
Posted by Ricardo Hi there, My name is Ricardo, I am an international student from Mexico currently on a fascinating journey doing the MSc in Fusion Energy…
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Physics in the Final Year
Posted by Will Hello! I’m Will and I am a 5th year Physics student at the end of an MPhys Physics (with a year abroad) course. I…
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Joining the York community: an interview with our students
Posted by Katrina, James and Kabeer What’s it like to settle into the York family? We sat with three students to talk ducks, dreams, dinners, and the everlasting magic of…
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My experience studying a Physics degree at York
Posted by Lauren Hello! My name is Lauren and I’m currently in my second year of my undergraduate degree in Physics (MPhys). I know how daunting it…
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Our graduates are working in a wide range of sectors, from education to finance. Job titles have included accelerator physicist, electrical engineer, financial coordinator, IT analyst and environmental modeller.
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Having [a physics] background is really good because when you’re doing a lot of stakeholder engagement you are speaking to the engineers and the construction workers and the mechanics, you need to be able to communicate with them and understand them... Everyone wants a physicist.
Alex, MPhys Physics. Read more from Alex.
I think having a more logical mind from doing Physics makes it easier to be able to create the long formulas that you need when you’re pulling data sources together.
James, BSc Physics. Read more from James.