Introduction to Quantum Physics (F3241)
15 credits, Level 4
Spring teaching
This module introduces you to the foundations of modern physics.
It covers key concepts underpinning the quantum formulation of physics, and includes a discussion of milestones in a historical context.
It also gives an overview of topics in current research.
Teaching
75%: Lecture
25%: Practical (Workshop)
Assessment
20%: Coursework (Portfolio)
80%: Examination (Unseen examination)
Contact hours and workload
This module is approximately 150 hours of work. This breaks down into about 44 hours of contact time and about 106 hours of independent study. The 5X社区视频 may make minor variations to the contact hours for operational reasons, including timetabling requirements.
We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We鈥檙e planning to run these modules in the academic year 2024/25. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.
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