← All Physics programmes in the United Kingdom
Key facts
- Degree
- Short-cycle / foundation
- Institution
- The Open University
- Language of instruction
- English
- Standard duration
- 2 years
- Study mode
- Distance learning
- Fields
- Physics
About Physics
The fundamental laws of nature, from quantum particles to materials, lasers and the universe.
Where it leads
Physicist · Research scientist · Medical physicist · Quant · Engineer
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Physics at other institutions in the United Kingdom
All Physics programmes in the United Kingdom →Source: Discover Uni (Office for Students) (CC BY 4.0). As of October 10, 2026. The assignment to fields is ours. Check the details with the institution before you apply.
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