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Master of Physics (Research Placement)

University of Sussex

UK,England

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 26,250/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1961

Total Students: 19,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Physics (Research Placement)

Program Overview

This course is for you if you’re an academic high-flyer. It offers you the exciting opportunity to work on a cutting-edge research project here at Sussex each summer and get funding to cover your living expenses during that time.

You’ll join our experts and immerse yourself in world-class research. From exploring the smallest particles to the overall structure of the universe, you’ll have the opportunity to work on any of our areas of expertise. In your integrated Masters year, you’ll also develop advanced physical skills through working further with one of the expert research groups in our Department.

Once you’ve joined us, you’ll have the opportunity to specialise in what inspires you most:

Physics
Astrophysics
Theoretical Physics

You’ll be part of a close community – our lively Physics Society arranges regular social events. Our building is a real hub of activity. You’ll have all your practical sessions in our modern teaching laboratories. Outside the classroom, you can study or catch up with your friends in our popular student spaces.

During your course, you’ll:

Develop transferable skills
Get dedicated careers and CV advice
Have opportunities to meet potential employers.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Integrated Course

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2024		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 26,250 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Sussex

CAD 9,207 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - 5.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80.0 Minimum Listening - 17.0 Minimum Reading - 18.0 Minimum Writing - 17.0 Minimum Speaking - 20.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 59.0 Minimum Listening - 59.0 Minimum Reading - 59.0 Minimum Writing - 59.0 Minimum Speaking - 59.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 85.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities

We are a core part of the SEPnet (South East Physics Network) consortium, which gives us links to universities and industries across the region.

Our courses help you develop versatile skills. With careers fairs, forums and a dedicated careers officer we support your career development from day one.

Our graduates find employment in a diverse range of fields, including geophysics, aerospace, consulting, teaching, and the scientific Civil Service. Many of our graduates go on to postgraduate research and PhD study.

Graduate destinations

Recent Physics and Astronomy graduates have started their careers as:

SAP applications consultant at Capgemini
Geophysicist at CGG
Graduate diagnostic physicist at Diamond Light Source.

Some of our graduates have also gone on to study for a postgraduate qualification (for example a PhD, MSc or PGCE).

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.