Physics sector has to do with the study of energy and matter. Some people working on this industry are physicists and their discoveries are very useful for new technology development. There are different areas where they can work such as space, energy, electronics, transport, medical, materials, and defence. Physicists are required to do experiments and simulations involving real life problems.

A Physicist usually performs many of the following tasks:
• Teaching in universities.
• Working in space exploration.
• Developing new medical treatments.
• Publishing news about new science developments.
• Investigating ways to generate power.

• Being flexible and creative.
• Having high attention to details.
• Having good communication abilities.
• Being able to work with a team.
• Being methodical.
• Having competent math skills.
• Having good problem solving abilities.
• Having excellent IT skills.
• Having leadership abilities.
• Having sound judgement.

Most Physics job placements require graduated applicants in physics, applied physics or engineering subjects. Among entry requirements for courses are five GCSE’s (A-C) including Math, Science, and English, as a minimum. It is also recommendable to have relevant experience as laboratory technician or volunteer work. A good advantage inside this industry is to have also a postgraduate qualification for some jobs, such as PhD, MPhil, or a Master of Science.

Most employers offer training schemes to learn about lab techniques, health and safety regulations, IT software, among others. Medical Physicists jobs require a higher degree of two years in the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine.