Welcome to the School of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Southampton. We are one of just five Physics Schools to have achieved a 5* rating in each of the last two government RAEs.
The School of Physics and Astronomy is world renowned for the work of its three major research groups. The Astronomy Group, the Quantum, Light & Matter Group, and the Theoretical Particle Physics Group.
We endeavour to communicate to our students both the excitement of modern physics and a sound understanding of its fundamental principles.
The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Southampton values the key role that primary and secondary schools have in motivating and enabling their students to pursue higher education. We are keen to help science teachers inspire their students
We are enthusiastic about our studies and dedicated to the teaching of physics and welcome students who are equally committed. We are keen to promote physics as an international discipline and look forward to welcoming you into our diverse and friendly community.