Physics
As a physics student your skills include:
Physics graduates are sought after by employers particularly for these skills, which they also complement with competency in the following areas:
- problem solving
- numerical abilities
- technical skills.
- communication skills
- team working
- leadership.
Prospects: Physics your skills - outlines the key skills you will gain from a physics degree.
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Options for physics students
Over 1/3 of recent Physics graduates continued to do a PhD/MSc in Physics or related disciplines. For those progressing into employment, a number entered careers where their degree was of direct relevance; for others financial careers where their analytical skills are valued were popular. Skills developed by Physics students and valued by graduate recruiters include high level numerical skills, mathematical modelling, computing and IT skills, the ability to construct logical arguments and solve challenging problems, manipulate and interpret data and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- IOP: Your future with physics - career directions
- IOP: Resources for students
- Women in STEM
- IOP: Once a physicist - profiles of physics graduates who developed in unexpected directions
Develop your skills further
Whilst you are at Warwick you have the opportunity to join societies, become a volunteer, work part-time and to develop your personal skills.
- Experience Pool - paid and volunteer opportunities on campus
- Skills & Student Development - academic, personal and professional skills workshops, events and resources
- Research Students - training, resources and support to enable you to succeed in your research degree and develop your skills
- Warwick Volunteers - a range long term and one off volunteering opportunities.