Gain a fundamental understanding of materials properties and behaviours

Our MSc Condensed Matter Physics programmes enables you to tackle scientific problems that pave the way for solutions that will unlock developments in many areas of modern technology.

• Broad and diverse choice of over 40 modules, including modules from other University of London institutions 
• Develop specialist research skills – excellent preparation for a PhD 
• Study in one of the UK’s top-rated Schools: we’re joint first in London for physics (REF 2014) 
• Be taught by some of the UK’s leading string theorists from our Condensed Matter and Material Physics Centre

Deepen your understanding of the physical properties of solids and liquids and learn to predict how they behave, including nanoscale and functional materials, with this highly regarded MSc. You’ll gain a complete specialist overview of the field and work at the forefront of research, launching you on your way to becoming a future physics pioneer.  

You’ll learn the fundamental laws, physical principles and applications of materials on this wide-reaching programme. You will cover advanced concepts and techniques, leaving you well prepared for further doctoral level study. The programme also develops skills you can transfer to a wide range of careers.  

The Centre for Condensed Matter Physics is home to vibrant and multi-faceted research in condensed matter and materials physics, encompassing both experimental and simulation/theoretical approaches. Our academics have expertise in a number of different experimental and computational techniques and make extensive use of national facilities such as beams of neutrons, muons and synchrotron radiation, and high-performance computing. 

Structure 

The programme consists of eight taught modules and a research project of 10,000 words. You’ll develop a sophisticated understanding of research methodology, and how to manage your own research, making use of journal articles and other primary sources. You’ll start with a compulsory module, Electronic Structure Methods, before selecting your elective modules from a range of over 40 modules.