Physics with Theoretical Physics · University of Bath

Preston Whiteman

Applying mathematical reasoning and computation to complex systems, from stochastic finance to research-evidence automation.

01 / Selected work

Ideas made testable.

Selected work across research, quantitative modelling and interdisciplinary engineering.

01Research systemscompleted

Evidence discovery at research scale

A local Python and LLM-assisted workflow for finding, structuring and reviewing research impact evidence during an internship with the University of Bath.

  • Python
  • Local LLMs
  • Evidence synthesis
02Quantitative financein development

From stochastic models to verified prices

An active exploration of Black-Scholes, geometric Brownian motion and Monte Carlo pricing, with automated tests and analysis of convergence and numerical error.

  • Probability
  • Monte Carlo
  • Numerical methods
03Engineering systemsactive

Software for a smart prosthetic arm

Collaborative software and technical documentation supporting an interdisciplinary team developing intelligent assistive prosthetic technology.

  • Node.js
  • Team development
  • Technical communication

02 / About

I use physics to understand systems and computation to make those ideas useful.

I'm studying BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement at the University of Bath. The course explores the deep relationship between mathematics and theoretical physics while developing scientific computing, theoretical modelling and experimental skills.

My work spans quantitative modelling, research impact analysis and interdisciplinary engineering. Across each, I'm drawn to the same process: define the problem carefully, build something testable, examine its limits and communicate the result clearly.

Through laboratory work, scientific computing and collaborative projects, I am developing a practical understanding of measurement, applied statistics and the mathematical techniques used to describe physical systems. I want to apply that training to problems in finance, technology and research during my professional placement.

Based
Bath, United Kingdom
Degree
BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement
Focus
Quantitative analysis · Technology · Research

Research spotlight / 2026

University of Bath

Research & Impact Intern · Bath Insights

Turning scattered evidence into structured insight.

Supporting the University's research-impact work across policy, health and environmental domains. The work combines evidence synthesis with a locally run automation workflow.

50+research outputs analysed
04evidence and research platforms
08weeks of full-time research
PythonPUREAltmetricPlumXOvertonLocal LLMs

03 / Experience

Beyond the model.

Technical curiosity supported by collaboration, communication and responsibility.

University of Bath

Smart Prosthetic Arm · Vertically Integrated Project

Collaborative software, web infrastructure and technical documentation for an interdisciplinary assistive-technology team.

Team Bath Racing Electric

Autonomous Systems

Contributed to control and motion-planning work within a multidisciplinary Formula Student engineering environment.

University of Bath

Student Outreach Ambassador

Representing the university and communicating clearly with prospective students and families across major events.

EDT & GE Vernova

Industrial Cadets Gold · Project Team Leader

Led a year-long engineering design project from evaluation through to a formal presentation for industry stakeholders.

04 / Recognition

Evidence, not adjectives.

01British Physics Olympiad

Gold Award · top approximately 5% nationally

02Industrial Cadets

Gold Award · engineering project with GE Vernova

03Laboratory work

90% · Electrical Properties of a Tungsten Filament Lamp

04Health Strategy Competition

1st place · team leadership and resource allocation

05 / Contact

Let's examine a difficult problem.

I'm exploring placement opportunities across quantitative finance, technology, research and software engineering.