Physics

Physics is the ultimate subject for curious minds, problem solvers, and future inventors. Join thousands of students who’ve made Surrey their home and never looked back!
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Excellent employability

94% of Surrey graduates are in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025, HESA)

Award-winning placements

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State-of-the-art facilities

Gain hands-on experience in our radiation laboratory, on-campus observatory, and high-performance computer clusters

Why students love us

  • "Surrey makes university easy in terms of choosing what to do or what path you want to go down. I love that. Also, the Physics lecturers at Surrey ensure that you are following the course and they actively engage in your learning."

    Ayaan M. Physics with Astronomy BSc (Hons) Student profile
  • "I love how much there is to get involved with at Surrey and how nice the atmosphere is on campus. This year, I am part of the Formula Student team, the University Choir, and the Physics society."

    Isabelle R. Physics with Astronomy BSc (Hons) Student profile
  • "The lecturers here know their respective fields phenomenally well and are as passionate as me when I question the ideas of their fields which is really encouraging when I don't quite understand something."

    Isiah D. Physics MPhys Student profile

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