Physics

Course summary

Physics is, essentially, the study of matter and energy and how these quantities interact. Since matter and energy make up everything in the universe Physics is, therefore, the study of the most basic components of our existence and, to a greater or lesser extent, the foundation of all other sciences. Physicists comprise an extremely broad church and its principles are the basis for all engineering, electronics, computing, telecoms, transport, medical imaging, electricity, energy and more: it is unequivocally the foundation stone underpinning 21st century living. Indeed, most UK manufacturing takes place in Physics-based industry, with sector growth far exceeding all others, including a recent resurgence in the UK Space industry. Physicsbased businesses contribute around £¼ trillion to the UK economy, employing over two million people. Globally, Physics fundamentally underpins efforts to reverse humanity’s impact on climate change. Physicists will remain highly valued and in demand, with AI unlikely to supplant them.