Astronomy, space science and astrophysics allow us to see the Universe and our place in it. At Kent you will you will learn from academics making the discoveries that shape our world and play a part in this research yourself. **Upon graduation you will have acquired the practical experience, scientific knowledge and transferable skills to pursue a career in a range of fields including aeronautics, space, finance and manufacturing.**
Choose Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics at Kent because:
* our new curriculum is based on research and the demands of industry, ensuring your course is innovative and up-to-date.
* you receive extensive practical training in our industry standard laboratories as well as the opportunity to complete an exciting research project which teaches you a range of transferable skills
* you will have access to our fantastic Beacon Observatory, which has recently been refurbished to include a brand new robotic telescope.
* your lecturers are active researchers and innovative teachers, so you are taught the most up-to-date science in a stimulating and supportive environment
* We have a strong focus on your future career and how to get you there and ensure that you see how the science you learn in the lab can be applied to the real world as well as gaining valuable transferable skills.
This degree programme introduces you to a range of introductory modules such as astronomy and special relativity, computing skills, mathematics and mechanics, before progressing to more specialist topics including the multiwavelength universe and exoplanets, spacecraft design and operations, quantum physics and stars, galaxies and cosmology.
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
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F590
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K24
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Direct entry into Year 2 of this programme is considered on a case by case basis.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
including A level Mathematics at B (but not Use of Mathematics)
Scottish Highers qualifications are considered on an individual basis
The University will not necessarily make conditional offers to all Access candidates but will continue to assess them on an individual basis.
If we make you an offer, you will need to obtain/pass the overall Access to Higher Education Diploma and may also be required to obtain a proportion of the total level 3 credits and/or credits in particular subjects at merit grade or above.
overall or 14 points at Higher Level including HL Maths/Maths Methods/Maths: Analysis and Approaches at 5 or SL Maths/Maths Methods at 6
(Note Maths Studies/Maths: Applications & Interpretations is not acceptable)
The University will consider applicants holding/studying BTEC Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF;OCR) in a relevant Science or Engineering subject at 180 credits or more, on a case by case basis. Please contact us for further advice on your individual circumstances.
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Applicants should have grade C or 4 in English Language GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.
