Physics
Studying a physics degree gives you opportunity to explore and understand the world and universe around us.
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Why study Physics at Heriot-Watt?
Our degrees allow you to study dynamics, electromagnetic fields and optics before discovering the quantum world of subatomic particles, the unique nature of laser light, and the philosophically challenging ideas of quantum physics and astrophysics.
Specialist courses on Biophysics, Nanophotonics, Fibre-Optic Communications and Quantum Mechanics reflect the current research areas of our leading experts.
You will learn to conduct research in our labs and benefit from our many industrial partnerships to prepare for a career in engineering, technology and data science, as well as in pure physics, theoretical physics and mathematics.
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Why Heriot-Watt?
Ranking (Physics, Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)
We are ranked 3rd in Scotland and 15th in the UK for Physics by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.
Heriot-Watt Student Union
There's more to university life than simply getting your degree, and Heriot-Watt University Student Union is all about helping you to have the best possible experience while you study here.
Living in Edinburgh
Historic and beautiful, a cultural capital that fuels the senses whether you love the arts or nature, nightlife or study life, Edinburgh is stimulating and inspirational and never, ever boring.
Exchange programme
If you're studying at any of our UK campuses, you can transfer to Dubai or Malaysia for a semester, a year or longer through our Go Global programme. We also offer European and international study exchange destinations.
Edinburgh Campus facilities
At Heriot-Watt University, we offer a wide range of services to help you deal with all aspects of your life with us, whether these be academic, personal, technical, financial or just plain fun!
We are accredited by the following organisations
At Heriot-Watt University we develop degrees that are relevant for the world of work. We work with Professional bodies and Institutes to gain appropriate Accreditations and Professional Memberships for your industry. Find out below how this degree aligns to industry.
