Course features

You will be exposed to modern concepts in photonics, understand main physics principles behind modern photonic technologies, such as optical communications, nanophotonics, plasmonics, metamaterials, biosensing and bio-imaging and their applications in everyday life.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate comprehension of the concepts of photonics
• Apply these concepts to a range of physical situations, solving simplified model problems
• Show the linking of the basic and advanced concepts within the subject area
• Demonstrate skills in problem formulation and solving (both numerical and symbolic), written and verbal communication and group work.

Entry requirements

​​T​he standard entry requirements comprise:

• A 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent in Physics: Electromagnetism and optics
• A CV and personal statement outlining your reasons for study
• English language band D (for example, IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill).

For information on our English language requirements please see our English Language requirements page.

Assessment

You will be assessed via coursework and examination, as follows:

• Coursework 1 = 15%
• Coursework 2 = 20%
• Examination = 65%.

Further information

This is an on-campus module and students are expected to attend in person. Please contact us for further information on module timetabling.

The assessment period for this module will take place between 10 May - 4 June 2027.