Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Physics with Particle Physics and Cosmology (F372)

The stimulating Physics with Particle Physics and Cosmology BSc degree programme enables students to focus on the fundamental building blocks of the universe – searching for answers to the biggest questions by studying the smallest particles and their fundamental interactions. This Physics with Particle Physics and Cosmology BSc degree course draws on the expertise of the University of Birmingham particle physicists and astronomers engaged in cutting-edge research at CERN and other international laboratories and observatories. This will enable students to gain strong theoretical and practical skills from experts in their field. Students will gain a broad understanding of the essential concepts of physics, ranging from entropy to quantum mechanics and beyond and in addition, students have specialised courses in particle physics and cosmology. Another feature is that students will have the opportunity to visit CERN during the degree and have a tour of the laboratory guided by the University of Birmingham physicists who work there. There are many opportunities to undertake project work during the degree, for example as part of the lab work in the first two years. A project develops a wide range of skills including planning and report writing. Group studies in the final year is a major project which is undertaken in groups of 10-20 students. The task requires the group to work as a team and enables students to solve a problem of much greater magnitude than could be attempted by an individual. The team work skills and transferable skills learnt here are invaluable in success in a future career.