5 reasons to study physics at Bath
From placements to graduate job prospects, there are lots of reasons to study physics at Bath. Here are our top 5.
Physics undergraduate virtual experience
Get to know our courses, facilities and students without having to step foot on campus.
Our courses
Physics is 鈥榯he science of everything鈥�. You鈥檒l explore the fundamental laws of physics underpinning the universe, from subatomic to cosmological scales.
Undergraduate courses in physics and astrophysics
Learn more about our physics courses, including entry requirements and course structure.
Hear from students
We know that a big part of visiting us is getting the chance to talk to students about their experience. Below you鈥檒l find some other ways to find out what current students think about studying physics here.
Watch physics students and recent graduates talk about studying at Bath, and the facilities and course options that have helped them.
Physics student Erin talks about her experience of studying and playing sport at Bath and being busy from the first week onwards.
Physics graduate Liam talk about his undergraduate days at Bath and why he's stayed on to do his PhD at the same place.
Watch as Physics with Astrophysics student Rachael talks about the step-up from school to studying physics at university.
Go on a placement
All our courses offer placement opportunities. As well as improving your employability, you could earn a salary or even work abroad.
In this video, Rose talks about why she decided to go on placement, what she learnt and what got her in to physics in the first place.
Encouraging the next generation
Mathematics and Physics student Rebecca Lane found inspiration for the future while attending a STEM event during her placement.
Working on cutting-edge technologies on placement at Daresbury
Physics student Lydia Rudge on working with lasers at Daresbury Laboratory, and travelling to the US to present her work.
Find out more about why a placement might be a good option and how they work.
Improve your employability with a science placement
Take advantage of our links with industry and apply for a science placement during your course. You could earn a salary and boost your career options.
Where you could be studying
Explore the campus and have a look around our labs.
Two of our 2nd year physics students take you on a quick tour of the new physics labs in 3 East.
Bath student Eric Evans takes you on a tour of the main buildings and services on campus.
View our interactive 360 tour map and explore key locations on campus and in the historic city of Bath.
Explore the University of Bath
Find out more about our community, applying to Bath and the support you'll get.