School of Physics and Astronomy
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99%
"world-leading" or "internationally excellent"
Submitted research - REF 2021
Top 100
World Top 100 University
QS World University Rankings 2023
Silver
award for our commitment to gender equality
Athena SWAN Charter
Research and innovation
Our research activity covers the following main areas: Star and planetary system formation; Spintronics in condensed matter; Experimental biophysics and bio-nanoscience; Dynamics of polymers and complex fluids; and Quantum information theory and its applications.
In addition, we are applying our collective expertise to the development of sustainable energy harvesting and storage, and towards translation into healthcare and medicine.

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We have an expert team, which supports our academics to exchange vital knowledge and experience with industry and other organisations.
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We have a dedicated Employability Team that provide businesses with access to our talented students through a range of services.
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We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.
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The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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