School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

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Frontier research, future technologies.

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Our courses in Physics and Engineering provide you with the skills to solve problems across all spheres.

This means you'll be set up to succeed across a diverse range of careers.

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Research and innovation

We apply expertise in fundamental physics and engineering to drive innovation in science and technology.

Our well-established industry links translate our research into solutions to real-world problems. Our doors are open to new collaborations.

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Public and schools outreach

We offer a wide range of activities for the public, families and school students of all ages.

Explore the mysteries of the universe at our observatory, the Astrocampus. Delve into nuclear physics using Lego. Take part in hands-on engineering workshops, and much more.

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Where physics and engineering drive change

Welcome to our School.

We bring physicists and engineers together to push the frontiers of knowledge, foster innovation and meet the grand challenges facing society.

Our aim is to develop new technologies that work for the public good, in an environment where everyone can thrive.

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Culture of inclusion

We're proud of our Juno Champion Award and Athena Swan Award demonstrating our strong commitment to equality and diversity.

High-tech facilities

Our facilities include specialist laboratories in York Plasma Institute, the Institute for Safe Autonomy and York JEOL Nanocentre.

News

Abstract submission open for international network for spintronics UK conference 2026

15 January 2026

Submit an abstract for the International Network for Spintronics UK Conference 2026, York, 8 to 10 June 2026

Dark Matter might leave a ‘fingerprint’ on light, scientists say

6 January 2026

Dark Matter, the substance that makes up most of the Universe, could potentially be detected as a red or blue light ‘fingerprint’, new research shows.

✨ R3B Leadership Announcement: York Professor Takes the Helm

9 December 2025

We are delighted to announce that Professor Marina Petri from the University of York has been elected as the new spokesperson for the R3B (Reactions with Relativistic Radioactive Beams) Collaboration at the Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research (FAIR) in Germany.

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