Careers in Physics
It is often the case that secondary school students are not aware of the variety of jobs that will be open to them if they study a STEM subject (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) at university. Today the most important skills employers are looking for are problem-solving skills, teamworking and the ability to think outside the box. These are the exact skills a university degree in STEM will offer, ensuring a prosperous future career.
This talk gives students an overview of the current research in physics and the job opportunities that open up for university graduates. The talk is suitable for KS4 and KS5 students.
Examples of cutting edge research that are included in the talk are:
nanotechnology
quantum technology
nuclear physics
astrophysics
particle physics
smart materials
Image credit: Material District
Smart Materials
Our future will strongly depend on smart materials, which are designed to alter their structure/properties in a controlled way by a change in the surrounding environment such as temperature, humidity, stress, light and more.
The photograph on the left shows a new type of concrete that can heal itself after cracks develop. Materials like this will revolutionise the way we live in the future.