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Physics BSc
https://le.ac.uk/courses/physics-bsc/2026
Matter and energy. Waves and fields. Relativity and mechanics. In this degree, you’ll be studying the most fundamental of the sciences: physics.
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Physics MPhys
https://le.ac.uk/courses/physics-mphys/2026
This four-year degree expands on the Physics BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into industry. It’s also a solid base for pursuing PhD research.
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Physics with Astrophysics BSc
https://le.ac.uk/courses/physics-with-astrophysics-bsc/2026
Galaxies, stars, nebulae, black holes, quasars, pulsars, novas, supernovas. Astrophysics deals with physics on a big scale. In this degree, you’ll cover a range of astrophysics subjects, alongside the fundamentals of physics and maths.
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Physics with Space Science BSc
https://le.ac.uk/courses/physics-with-space-science-bsc/2026
When we look up at the stars, it’s impossible not to wonder. This degree takes your curiosity seriously. Alongside the fundamentals of physics, you’ll study areas like space astronomy, Earth observation, rocket propulsion and human spaceflight.
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Waste Busters
https://le.ac.uk/botanic-garden/education/primary/waste-busters
Learn more about the Waste Busters programme that we offer to primary school children.
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Recombinant DNA and genetic techniques
https://le.ac.uk/vgec/topics/recombinant-dna-and-genetic-techniques
Increasingly scientists are using new molecular techniques to investigate the structure and function of DNA. Take a look at what The University of Leicester has to offer to help with your studies.
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Botanic Garden’s Crocus Sundays return this month
https://le.ac.uk/news/2024/february/crocus-sundays
Crocus Sundays return to the University of Leicester’s Botanic Garden this month (February).
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Black holes could grow as large as 50 billion suns research shows
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/december/black-holes-could-grow-as-large-as-50-billion-suns-research-shows
Black holes at the heart of galaxies could swell to 50 billion times the mass of the sun before losing the discs of gas they rely on to sustain themselves, according to research by Professor Andrew King from the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
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Expert opinions cover enabling characteristics of cancer Euroscepticism in Poland and Leicester Citys miracle win
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/may/expert-opinions-cover-enabling-characteristics-of-cancer
PhD student Mohan Harihar from the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology has written an article for Think: Leicester discussing the properties that help make it easier for cells to acquire the ‘hallmarks of cancer’ that promote tumour development.
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Resources
https://le.ac.uk/vgec/topics/recombinant-dna-and-genetic-techniques/school-and-colleges/resources
Resources on recombinant techniques are available on The University of Leicester's website, all with descriptions and links.