Additional Requirements
An A-level (or equivalent) in at least one of Chemistry or Physics is required for this specialism. To select this specialism you must choose the first year foundation modules in Science and Technology Studies and at least one of Chemistry or Physics. If you only take one of the Chemistry or Physics foundation modules then your choice of modules will be restricted, so students interested in this specialism are advised to take both Chemistry and Physics foundation modules.
About the Specialism
In this specialism, you will investigate the intersections between the physical sciences, emerging technologies, and the ethical and societal questions they raise, exploring how scientific innovation shapes – and is shaped by – broader cultural, philosophical, and policy contexts. You will be equipped with critical tools to evaluate and influence responsible scientific and technological development. This specialism is ideal for students with a strong interest in the physical sciences who also wish to critically examine the broader impacts of scientific advancement.
Study modules in these areas:
Chemistry and/or Physics, Science and Technology Studies
Specialism Structure
In year 2, you will study core modules in physical science as well as science and technology studies and a range of optional modules. In year 3, you will choose from a range of advanced chemistry or physics and science and technology studies modules and undertake an interdisciplinary research project on a topic related to the specialism.
Employability and Skills
Graduates will have a strong fundamental knowledge of physical science, with the addition of knowledge of areas of science policy, responsible innovation and science communication. Graduates from this specialism will be well equipped for careers in technology development, research, data science, science and technology policy.
Choose from 14 Natural Sciences Specialisms
- Bioscience, Ethics and Society
- Brains, Minds and Machines
- Chemical Biology
- Chemistry, Ethics and Sustainability
- Digital Chemistry
- Earth, Planets and the Universe
- Environment and Climate
- Evolution
- Quantitative Bioscience
- Quantum Molecular Science
- Quantum Technologies and Big Data
- Materials Science
- Physical Sciences, Philosophy and Innovation
- Physics of Living Systems
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