Physics is the science of the physical world at its most fundamental and general levels. Physics students learn about a wide variety of topics, including the mechanical laws governing the motion of objects; the laws of electromagnetism that give rise to electricity, magnetism, and light; the origins of heat and temperature; the fundamental quantum principles behind the behaviour of atoms and sub-atomic particles; and more.

Aside from learning about the laws of Nature and their applications, Physics students acquire quantitative skills applicable to a broad range of endeavours. These skills include scientific computer programming, the formulation and testing of quantitative models, data analysis, and the use of state-of-the-art tools such as laser optics, microfluidic devices, and nanofabrication equipment. Physics graduates can find employment in a wide range of occupations, including research and development (R&D) in academia and industry, education, software development, and other professional positions.

Students in both programmes learn about the basic fields of physics: classical mechanics, relativity, optics, electromagnetism, thermal physics, quantum mechanics, and condensed-matter physics, as well as introductory courses in programming and mathematical methods. Physics students go on to take courses from a choice of statistical mechanics, computational physics, advanced quantum mechanics, particle physics, and more. In the Applied Physics programme, students take additional courses such as spintronics, nanotechnology, plasmonics, metamaterials, and laser physics. All students are also required to take courses from the university's selection of General Education Electives, in order to receive a well-rounded university education.

In the fourth year of study, students either undertake a Final Year Project, conducting research under the personal supervision of a faculty member, or perform an internship in a university-approved company or institution.