ࡱ> QSP%` R6LbjbjNN2N,,6)$=DFFFFFF$/hxjgggjgDgD ` dpaD 0=,\ZF@4jj  =ggggd< d<  University of OxfordvNN0 z0YePgSSfNOo` N0Oxford UniversityvNNOo` Astrophysics Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics Atomic and Laser Physics Condensed Matter Physics Particle Physics Theoretical Physics Mathematical,Physical and Life Sciences N0Oxford Universityv zOo` Undergraduate physics courses 1.Overview of the BA & MPhys courses We offer two undergraduate physics degree courses: a 3-year BA Honours and a 4-year MPhys. The basic principles of modern physics, their mathematical formulation and their applications are investigated in both courses. The first year (foundation) and second year (core physics) courses are the same for both the BA and the MPhys. In the third year, the core physics is applied to a number of new subjects, all of which are studied by MPhys students. BA students choose some of the third year subjects, and do a project. In each of years one, two and three, students on both courses choose additional subjects from a range of options. In the fourth year of the MPhys course, students study two or more areas of physics at an advanced level, and do a substantial project. 2.First Year In their first year, students on both courses (BA and MPhys) cover 5 subjects, 4 of which are compulsory. Two subjects cover fundamental areas of 'classical' physics: the mechanics of particles, special relativity, and the physics of electric and magnetic fields. A third subject covers differential equations, waves and elementary optics. The fourth subject is mathematical methods, including vectors and calculus. These four subjects provide a firm foundation for the rest of both courses. The fifth subject is chosen from a range of possible options, which may change from year to year, but are likely to include topics such as quantum ideas, additional mathematics, and subjects from other physical sciences. Practical work Practical work complements lectures and tutorials and introduces students to areas that may be less familiar. For two terms of the first year, students spend one day each week working in pairs in the practical laboratories. As well as practicals in computing, electronics, optics and general physics, practical work in astronomy is also available. A new course on computer programming and numerical methods combines lectures with hands on work in the computing laboratory. 1st year Exams (Prelims) Towards the end of the first year students take an examination, consisting of five papers, one in each of their chosen subjects. Students must pass the written exam and have a satisfactory record of practical work before they can proceed to the second year. In particular each of the papers on the four compulsory subjects must be passed. 3.Second Year The second year course provides a common core for both the BA and MPhys degrees. It develops the techniques and knowledge acquired in the first year. Electromagnetism, optics and mathematical methods are extended and further core topics such as quantum physics and thermal physics are covered in some depth. A short optional subject is also studied towards the end of the year, subjects such as energy studies or more advanced theoretical topics. Practical work Practicals occupy two days a fortnight the second and third years. Students normally do a total of 12 'days', but there are a number of alternatives for some of it. For example, the Teaching Physics in Schools l option involves working with a physics teacher in a local school for one half-day each week, attending seminars on the history and philosophy of science, and on research into the learning of physics in school. Half the practical work may be substituted by a second short option. 2nd year exams (Part A) Three written papers on the core topics plus a shorter paper on the option topic and practical work form the Part A exam at the end of the 2nd year. A minimum standard in this exam, comparable to IIi honours, is required for those who wish to take the MPhys degree. 4.Third Year In the third year the two courses diverge. Applications of the core ideas of physics at many different scales are covered: atomic and sub-atomic physics, condensed matter physics; the interaction of radiation and matter (photonics); astrophysics and atmospheric physics; mathematical physics As in the second year the lectures are augmented by practical work and further short options are available. The MPhys students can study three or all of the topics, while the BA students take an elective subset. BA students undertake a project in their final term. 3rd year exams (Part B) MPhys: three written papers on applications plus a short option paper plus practical work or four written papers on application. BA: two written papers on applications plus a short option plus satisfactory practical work plus a project report. The BA honours degree classification is made on the combined results from the Part A & B exams. 5.Fourth Year Students studying for the MPhys spend their fourth year working on two major options, and they also undertake a substantial project. The project is the equivalent of about one full terms work. Project: each student works individually on a research problem (either theoretical or experimental), under the supervision of a senior physicist. Topics range over all areas of research in the Department, and the work is completed by writing a detailed report. The project may produce a result of sufficient importance to justify its publication in a scientific journal. Projects give students valuable experience of open-ended work, solving real problems. Major options: Astrophysics is concerned with the application of the laws of physics to phenomena throughout the observable Universe. Some of these phenomena present conditions so extreme as to challenge current physical knowledge. The course combines a study of important basic astrophysics with an introduction to topics in the forefront of current research. Laser science and quantum information processing: the fundamental physics of atoms and molecules underlies research into the quantum nature of matter and radiation as well as much of modern technology. The course covers atomic and molecular structure, physics and applications of lasers and modern optics. Condensed matter physics is concerned with the study of the fundamental properties of solids at a microscopic level. The interactions between atoms at very high densities give rise to a wealth of new phenomena from high-temperature superconductivity to low-dimensional electron behaviour in semiconductor nanostructures. Many have led to the development of novel technological applications. Particle physics considers the nature of matter and forces at the most fundamental level is studied. The subject deals with electrons and neutrinos, and the quarks that make up the proton and neutron, as well as the heavier versions of these four basic particles. The course discusses our theoretical understanding of the way these particles interact through the strong and electroweak interactions and includes recent exciting discoveries, such as the very massive top quark and neutrino masses. It ends with a perspective on future possibilities, particularly the ongoing search for the elusive Higgs boson. Physics of atmospheres and oceans: the course shows how physics helps us understand and interpret a wide range of atmospheric and oceanic phenomena. It starts with simple applications of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics to atmospheric behaviour. The greenhouse effect, atmospheric ozone depletion and details of modern space instruments are presented. The current understanding of climate and climate variability is explored. Theoretical physics: modern physics has revealed how fundamental laws are often encoded in beautiful mathematical structures. This course provides an introduction to three areas where this can be explored: classical field theory, including Einsteins theory of gravitation; advanced quantum mechanics, including Diracs relativistic wave equation for the electron; and statistical physics, including the theory of phase transitions. Biological physics: biological physics is the study of the physical process of life. This rapidly growing interdisciplinary field, with links to biochemistry, bioinformatics, medicine and nanotechnology. The course will cover the biological structures and physical mechanisms responsible for fundamental biological processes such as motion, energy generation, information storage, signal transmission and molecular transport. Since much of the knowledge in these areas is due to recent experimental advances, the course will also describe modern techniques for the study of biological molecules and machines at the single-molecule level. 4th year exams (Part C) Two written papers on major options and a project report. The MPhys honours degree classification is made on the combined results from the Parts A, B & C exams. N0Oxford UniversityvYePgSSfN 1.  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