Based on the REF 2014 GPA Scores, Times Higher Education ranked Strathclyde as number one in the UK for physics research.
Physics
Research News
Royal Society Research Fellowship for Strathclyde Physicist
Robert Cameron has received a prestigious award from the Royal Society to investigate how molecular chirality can be better harnessed to make food healthier and drugs more effective.
Strathclyde Quantum Technology Hubs share in £94 million funding
The UK-wide National Quantum Technologies Programme, of which the University of Strathclyde is a major partner, is to receive government funding worth £94 million in its second phase of funding.
Successful Athena SWAN Bronze status renewal
The Department of Physics has had its Athena SWAN Bronze Award renewed in recognition of our continuing efforts in addressing gender equality and creating a more inclusive working environment.
Events
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WedJun20th
Physics Business Breakfast - Knowledge Transfer: a Physics Perspective
The University of Strathclyde’s Department of Physics has a strong applied focus feeding research into industry and development. The event will look at different options and pathways for Knowledge Transfer, with presentations from:
- Dr Derek Peden, Innovations Manager at Design LED Products
- Andrew Kinnear, Business Development Officer at the West of Scotland KTP Centre
- Richard Patrick, Head of Business Development at TMD Technologies Ltd
Registration 8.15am, presentations from 8.30am
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WedSept-Apr2018/19
Discover more about The Department of Physics
Available PhD Projects
NEW MPhys Physics with Advanced Research
This Masters-level degree is for you if you're interested in pursuing an academic or research-related career. It provides a fast-track degree with direct entry to Year 2, specialist tutorials in Years 2 and 3, and an extended project in Year 5. Based on the REF 2014 GPA Scores, Times Higher Education ranked Strathclyde as number one in the UK for physics research. Our teaching is informed by academics at the forefront of their research field.
International & national partnerships
Our renowned research is strengthened by our many national and international partnerships. Find out more about who we're working with.
Central role for Strathclyde Physics in new initiatives
Strathclyde, via the Physics Department’s Optics Division and the Institute of Photonics, is the only institution in the UK to be represented in all four EPSRC Quantum Technology hubs.
Our research: impact & commercialisation
Our research has enormous impact beyond the fundamental science. Many of our graduates have gone on to success in a host of technology industries, and the department has strong ongoing contacts with industry. Find out more about our impact and commercialisation.
Our Centres
The Department of Physics hosts the following Centres:
