**Overview** Despite advances in physics, astrophysics and cosmology, we still have a limited grasp of the universe. With 95% of it existing in a form we still don’t understand, there’s plenty left for you to discover. Join an international community looking for answers in this field on this MPhys (Hons) Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology integrated Master's degree course. You’ll develop your understanding of the fundamental laws of physics and apply what you learn to the structure and behaviour of some of the largest and smallest elements of existence. By the end of the course, you'll have a Master's level qualification. You'll be well placed to do further research or study in physics, astrophysics and cosmology or work in a variety of industries, from aerospace to finance. **Accredited by** This course is accredited by the Institute of Physics. **On this course you'll:** - Study alongside researchers from the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG) - Use SCIAMA, the University’s supercomputer - Access to Hampshire Astronomical Group facilities at Clanfield Observatory, which are equipped with various telescopes including a 24-inch reflector - Go on visits to aerospace businesses like BAE Systems and Airbus Defence - Access large datasets produced by international-level sky surveys, including the Sloan Digital Sky Survey - Use advanced technical equipment with the help of expert technical staff, including x-ray diffraction, x-ray fluorescence, electron and atomic force microscopes, and various types of spectroscopy - Develop the professional skills and standards you need as a practicing physicist, through a major research project in your final year - Study at a university where physics research was ranked in the top 10 nationally for quality of research outputs in the latest Government-backed REF (Research Excellence Framework) **Work experience and career planning** To give you the best chance of securing a great job when you graduate, our Careers and Employability service can help you find relevant work experience during your course.We can help you identify placements, internships and voluntary opportunities that will complement your studies. **Placement year** After your second year, you can do an optional work placement year to get valuable longer-term work experience in the industry. Previous students have completed placements at destinations including: - M-Solv UK - Culham Science Centre - Tesla Engineering Ltd We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your aspirations. You’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year. **Careers and opportunities** When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service will help you find a job or identify further study and academic research opportunities. Previous students on this course have gone on to further study, research and employment in areas such as: - cosmology - astrophysics - astronomy and theoretical physics - space systems and aerospace industry - education - scientific journalism - medical physics - finance - data analysis After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career. **This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.**

Year 1 Core modules include: - Electricity and Magnetism - Introduction to Computational Physics - Introduction to Laboratory and Field Physics - Introduction to Mathematical Physics 1 - Introduction to Mathematical Physics 2 - Space Science and Applications of Physics There are no optional modules in this year. Year 2 Core modules include: - Introduction to Modern Physics and Astrophysics - Mathematical Physics - Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics - Waves and Optics Optional modules include: - Computational Physics - Mechanics and Dynamics - Modern Foreign Language - Practical Laboratory and Field Physics - Universe: Planetary Systems, Stars and Galaxies Placement year (optional) After your second year, you can do an optional work placement year to get valuable longer-term work experience in the industry. Previous students have completed placements at destinations including M-Solv UK, Culham Science Centre, and Tesla Engineering Ltd. We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your aspirations. You’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year. Year 3 Core modules include: - Modern Astrophysics 1 - Physical Cosmology - Solid State Physics and Detectors Optional modules include: - Group Project - Health Physics - Introduction to General Relativity and Cosmology - Introduction to Multiferroic Materials and their Applications - Mathematical Methods for Physics - Nanoscale Surface Physics - Particle Physics - Project - Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Information - Statistical Learning - Undergraduate Ambassador Year 4 Core modules include: - Advanced research project Optional modules include: - Advanced Computational Techniques - Advanced Instrumentation - Contemporary Theoretical Physics - Microwave and High Speed Digital Design - Modern Astrophysics 2 - Observational Astronomy and Cosmology We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies. Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry and some optional modules may not run every year. If a module doesn’t run, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.

There is a very wide range of assessment methods, including open and closed-book examination, poster and oral presentations (individually and in groups), portfolios, laboratory reports and laboratory and field notebooks.

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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.

Course code: F300

Institution code: P80

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We welcome applications for advanced entry. If you’d like to apply for advanced entry, you need to select the required year when you complete your UCAS application.

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Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
PTE Academic	54.0	An overall score of 54 with a minimum of 51 in each skill.
TOEFL (iBT)	79.0	79 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing.
Cambridge English Advanced		Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Cambridge English Proficiency		Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Trinity ISE		Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components

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EU	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
International	18300.0	Year 1

Students who are resident in EU countries: please note that the net fee is inclusive of the Transition Scholarship Placement Year and Year abroad: UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £925 | EU – £925 (including Transition Scholarship)| International (Non-EU) – £1,800. Fees are accurate at the time of publishing and are subject to change at any time without notice. Fees may also go up in later years, in line with inflation. For more information about fees, go to port.ac.uk/ug-tuition-fees

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