About Beng Engineering Physics (with Integrated Year In Industry) in Aberystwyth University

Engineering Physics (with integrated year in industry) at Aberystwyth University applies physical principles and techniques to engineering and technology. The degree combines the knowledge, training and skills of a discipline in Physics with the production of engineering solutions in real-world situations.

You will spend a year working in industry during your third year, which will give you a head start in your chosen career and allow you to develop the core skills that employers want, allowing for a smoother transition from campus to career.

Even though it is one of the oldest academic disciplines, Physics makes significant contributions to modern society, with theoretical breakthroughs that feed into new sciences and foster modern technologies. The degree is accredited by the IOP (Institute of Physics).

Why study BEng Engineering Physics at Aberystwyth?

• Focus on a strong practical and IT component
• Gain specialised knowledge in topics such as: micro and nano-electronics, applied photonics, materials design and production, quantum technology, robotics, solar energy and space instrumentation
• Prepare for a career as an engineer or scientist in areas such as industrial research and development, product development and work in national research laboratories
• Our researchers are involved in the current European Space Agency ExoMars 2020 Project and engineering low dimensional materials, namely graphene
• The Department offers a number of modules through the medium of Welsh: further details are available from the Department
• Students who are interested in undertaking a Masters qualification may be interested in our MEng Engineering Physics course

What can I do with a degree in Engineering Physics?

This course is designed to allow students to progress and pursue a career in engineering, research and development.

But other graduates from the Physics department have discovered other pathways:

• Medical Physicist
• Radiation Protection Practitioner
• Research Scientist
• Systems Developer
• Product Development
• Technical Author
• Meteorologist

Employability is embedded across all of our teaching and ethics. We instill these skills in our students:

• Research and data analysis skills
• Enhanced mathematical and computational skills
• Effective problem-solving and creative thinking skills
• Ability to work independently
• Time-management and organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to express ideas and communicate information in a clear and structured manner, in both written and oral form
• Self-motivation and self-reliance
• Teamworking, with the ability to discuss concepts in groups, accommodating different ideas and reaching agreement

Academic qualification equivalents:

• We generally accept minimum 75% in year XII Std. of the Centeral Board of Secondary Education and the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, in addition to the state boards of education in India.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS          :         6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component
• TOEFL         :         88 with minimum component scores: Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 17. 
• PTE             :          55 with minimum scores of 51 in each component 

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