Study MPhil Physics at University of Sussex in the UK, Department of Physics and Astronomy

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Our research lies at the forefront of fundamental physics – ranging from quantum information processing, quantum optics and cold atom physics through a programme of top-rated particle physics experiments to the theoretical understanding of space, time and matter. You’ll be guided and supervised through your research project by experts in their fields. You’ll work in a department with a truly international character, with collaborations in Europe, North America, South East Asia and Australia. We provide PhD opportunities in each of our research groups and welcome applications from potential PhD students at any time. You can contact each group’s admissions coordinator, as well as prospective supervisors, if you have questions about a project or if you'd like to propose your own topic: Astronomy Centre Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics (AMO) Experimental Particle Physics Materials Physics Mathematical Physics Sussex Centre for Quantum Technologies Theoretical Particle Physics

Which department am I in?

Department of Physics and Astronomy

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£27,300.00 (US$ 35,256) per year

Books, course materials and other costs (average) - £10 to £15 per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

12/10/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

University of Sussex

Sussex House, Falmer,

Brighton,

East Sussex,

BN1 9RH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£27,300.00 (US$ 35,256) per year

Books, course materials and other costs (average) - £10 to £15 per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

11/01/2027

Start date

April 2027

Venue

University of Sussex

Sussex House, Falmer,

Brighton,

East Sussex,

BN1 9RH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Youre normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60percentage overall) in a Masters degree OR an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. Subject-specific requirements – Your qualification should be in physics although we do accept applications from students who have studied in different subject areas such as mathematical physics, chemical physics or materials science. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.