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Discover physics as a subject to study or as a career
If you're excited by the mysteries of the universe, studying physics will help you understand more about our world and why we exist.
Nothing is to be feared, it is only to be understood.
Marie Curie
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If you're thinking about a future in physics, our online mentoring program connects you with someone working in a professional physics career to learn more about study options and career paths.
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Take part in a research placement in a physics-based organisation
Our placements give you the chance to try out real-life work in the STEM world while building your research skills and learning more about the industry.
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The career of an astrodynamicist
Astrodynamicist, Dr Nicola Baresi, discusses in an interview what inspired him to pursue his career, his current projects, and the best part about his job.
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The life of a Scientific Researcher
Find out about the work Karsten does at the University of Leeds as a scientific researcher, in the School of Earth and Environment, using satellite images to look at the movement of structures such as railways, roads and gas lines.
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