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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.

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.

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.