Physics and Astronomy

You will be at the cutting-edge of physics research, working alongside world-leading experts in one of the largest Physics departments in the UK, within the Physics and Astronomy programme from University of Birmingham.

The Physics and Astronomy Physics and Astronomy programme from University of Birmingham University of Birmingham will put you in an excellent position to pursue a wide range of careers, including a future in research, academia or industry, finance and data science. 

Career opportunities

With a PhD from the School of Physics and Astronomy, you’ll be well-equipped to enter diverse career fields, including industry, IT, data science, finance, and consultancy.You may wish to pursue academic careers, taking on positions such as Research Fellow, Lecturer, or Postdoctoral Researcher at universities and institutions worldwide.The demand for physicists spans numerous sectors, reflecting our strong employability record. 

Research areas are:

• Astronomy and Gravitational Waves  

• Particle and Nuclear Physics  

• Quantum Matter and Photonic