Few fields of study are as fundamental as physics. The subject has fascinated thinkers throughout history, leading to an understanding of our world that continues to develop. If the matters of matter, time and space capture your imagination, it could be the degree course for you – and there are many great ones in the UK. To give you some inspiration, we set out the top universities for physics in the UK, according to trusted rankings.
Applying for a master's degree will set you on the way to subject expertise. This gives you a great advantage when entering the workplace, or further study. But depending on your future plans and current situation, your choice of qualification may still need thought. Not all postgraduate courses are the same, and some may be better suited to you than others. Get to know two key options now, as we explore the differences between taught and research master's degrees.
You've read the world rankings and combed through course details – but how can you learn what it's really like to study abroad? With Student Q&A from IDP Hotcourses Abroad, it's easy. Our new service connects the experiences of international students around the world, answering all the questions you have about life at university in a new country. With insights from around 50 institutions, this is your path to success, paved by peers. What is
University rankings are among the best places to look for an overview of your study abroad options. They offer annual judgment on which institutions are strongest, and how that is changing. But if you want to know how they perform in your area of interest, you need subject rankings. We take a look at the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 and see what they say about some of the most popular fields for international students. What are
After five years shaping brands as a marketing professional in India, Abhishek Tilatiya was ready for a new challenge. With a desire to gain international experience and expand his commercial knowledge, he found the perfect place to push forward at the University of Galway . We spoke to the business analytics postgraduate and discovered what drew him to study in Ireland, and the positives he has found in the country. Abhishek’s educational
Studying economics leads to growth, in more ways than one. When you enrol on a degree in the subject, you will open your eyes to a wide range of theories about how the world's resources come together, as well as how they could. There are many great places to do this, and we understand that it can be hard to know where to start. To help, we set out the top universities for economics in the UK, according to trusted rankings. London School of
Aom Sornkaew waited more than a decade to study abroad. After working as a qualified pharmacist for several years in her home country of Thailand, she knew the time had come to make her dream a reality. As her move to study in Ireland at Dublin City University (DCU) shows, you never know how close you may be to a fresh start. "I have planned to go abroad since I finished my bachelor's," Aom reflects, "but [my family] didn't allow me at that time.
Getting an education in Scotland can be the key to the graduate career of your dreams. After completing a course at one of the country's many top-class universities, a world of opportunity may be ahead. Want to know exactly what makes it so good for your professional growth? Read on as we set out how studying in Scotland can boost your job prospects. Top-quality universities All of Scotland's 19 universities are recognised
