- UCAS course code
- F305
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Master of Physics (MPhys)
MPhys Physics
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Duration: 4 years
Year of entry: 2025
UCAS course code: F305 / Institution code: M20
- Key features:
Scholarships available
Accredited course
- Typical A-level offer: A*A*A including specific subjects
- Typical contextual A-level offer: A*AA including specific subjects
- Refugee/care-experienced offer: AAA including specific subjects
- Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 38 points overall with 7,7,6 at HL, including specific requirements
Course unit details:
Quantum Mechanics 2
| Unit code | PHYS20302 |
|---|---|
| Credit rating | 10 |
| Unit level | Level 2 |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 2 |
| Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Pre/co-requisites
| Unit title | Unit code | Requirement type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Quantum Mechanics | PHYS20101 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
| Mathematics of Waves and Fields | PHYS20171 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
Aims
The unit aims to: deepen knowledge of quantum mechanics to be able to understand atomic, molecular and solid-state physics.
Learning outcomes
ILO 1 Work with angular momentum operators and their eigenvalues to understand basic properties of quantum systems, including atomic fine-structure and first-order shifts in energy levels produced by external fields.
ILO 2 Use quantum mechanics to solve problems with central and other potentials, such as those related to atoms, molecules, and simple models of solids.
ILO 3 Understand the basics of time-dependent perturbation theory and its applications, for example to radiative transitions, selection rules, and the principles of lasing.
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures, online notes, podcasts, self-tests and occasionally quiz and problems during lectures.
Assessment methods
| Method | Weight |
|---|---|
| Other | 10% |
| Written exam | 90% |
Recommended reading
McIntyre, D.H. Quantum Mechanics, A Paradigms Approach (Cambridge University Press)
Gasiorowicz, S. Quantum Physics (Wiley) Mandl, F. Quantum Mechanics (Wiley)
Rae, A. I. M. Quantum Mechanics (Chapman and Hall)
Study hours
| Scheduled activity hours | |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 28 |
| Independent study hours | |
|---|---|
| Independent study | 72 |
Teaching staff
| Staff member | Role |
|---|---|
| Yang Xian | Unit coordinator |