PHS4000

Physics honours

(SCI)

Dr Andrew Smith

48 points + Full-year, comprising formal class contact and private study + Clayton + Prerequisites: Third-year physics subjects including the compulsory units of /Electromagnetism0, /Statistical mechanics0, /Quantum mechanics0, /Applications of quantum mechanics0, /Nuclear physics0 and /Solid state physics0

Synopsis: At least six units are to be taken, with /Quantum mechanics0 and either /Nuclear physics0 or /Solid state physics0 being compulsory. Students are required to complete a research project involving some original work on a topic chosen in consultation with their supervisor.

Assessment: Examinations (6 x 2 hours): 50% + Experimental or theoretical project: 50%