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All modules in Physics

Our physics modules let you study astrophysics to quantum physics conducting experiments using equipment remotely to make relativity more of a reality.

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Physics modules

OU level 1

  1. Contemporary topics in science
  2. Essential mathematics 1
  3. Essential mathematics 2
  4. Physics and space
  5. Questions in science

OU level 2

  1. Mathematical methods
  2. Physics: from classical to quantum
  3. Remote experiments in physics and space

OU level 3

  1. Astrophysics of stars and exoplanets
  2. Computational applied mathematics
  3. Cosmology and the distant Universe
  4. Deterministic and stochastic dynamics
  5. Electromagnetism
  6. Mathematical methods and fluid mechanics
  7. Quantum physics: fundamentals and applications
  8. Science project course: radiation and matter

Access modules

  1. Science, technology and maths Access module
  2. Science, technology and maths Access module: fast track

Other Physics courses

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