Physics
Welcome to the physics team, part of the Department of Physics and Mathematics at Nottingham Trent University, the Guardian's University of the Year 2019. We are dedicated to delivering outstanding and pioneering taught courses and world-leading, impactful research in the areas of physics, mathematics and engineering.
Our taught courses combine theoretical, practical and vocational aspects of physics to create a stimulating and personalised, student-centric experience. Whether at foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate level, our award-winning staff apply their cumulative research, industry and teaching experiences to explore an expansive range of topics - from the minuscule scales of quantum world, through atoms, nanophotonics, microfluidics, human imaging and space weather, to the immense scales of cosmology. This leads to the physics department performing consistently well in the National Student Survey and gives our graduates a strong footing in the postgraduate environment. Wherever possible, our courses are accredited by the Institute of Physics.
The physics department has a strong track record of gaining high-calibre research funding and delivering international impact in areas as diverse as acoustic monitoring of honeybees, art conservation and wastewater treatment. The multidisciplinary research strengths within the physics team have far-reaching applications in various academic disciplines such as agriculture, chemistry, cultural heritage sciences, electronics, medicine and clinical science, nanotechnology and life sciences, as well as industry. This is supported by our state-of-the-art facilities, international collaborations and funded research scholarships.
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28
Mar
21st Century Scientist: Infographics
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15
Feb
21st Century Scientist: Media Masterclass for Scientific Innovation
Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Clifton, NG11 8NS
08
Mar
21st Century Scientist: Engaging Scientific Writing
Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Clifton, NG11 8NS
16
May
School of Science and Technology Annual Research Conference 2019
Teaching and Learning building, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Nottingham, United Kingdom, NG11 8NS
04
Mar
Physics and Astrophysics Research Seminar Series
015, CELS, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Nottingham, NG11 8NS
11
Mar
Physics and Astrophysics Research Seminar Series
015, CELS, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Nottingham, NG11 8NS
Top 10 universities in the UK for student satisfaction in physics - National Student Survey 2019
Top 10 universities in the UK for teaching quality in physics - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019

Institute of Physics