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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Physics and Astronomy : Undergraduate (School of Physics and Astronomy)

Undergraduate Course: Advanced Physics Year Abroad level 11 (PHYS11068)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Physics and Astronomy CollegeCollege of Science and Engineering
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Year 5 Undergraduate)
Course typeYear Abroad AvailabilityNot available to visiting students
SCQF Credits60 ECTS Credits30
SummaryThis course, together with course Physics Year Abroad Level 11 (which must also be taken), constitutes 12 months full-time study at an approved university/research facility outside the UK. This combination of courses constitutes the curricula for students on the MPhys degree programme Physics with a Year Abroad who are on placement in the IM year. During the period students undertake an extended research project on a topic agreed with their host supervisor. Assessment consists of a literature survey related to the project, a written project report, an oral presentation and public summary, performance on the project and demonstration of high-level physics skills through problem-solving and application.
Course description .
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites Students MUST also take: Physics Year Abroad level 11 (PHYS11051)
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  1. Execute a significant research project within the discipline of physics
  2. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the background, theories and concepts relating to the work undertaken during the year
  3. Demonstrate competence in a range of routine and advanced skills (technical, IT, etc.) appropriate to the project
  4. Successfully communicate formally (presentations, reports, etc) and informally with peers and specialists within the work environment
  5. Consolidate on advanced academic physics covered in earlier parts of the degree programme
Reading List
None
Additional Information
Graduate Attributes and Skills Not entered
KeywordsNot entered
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