**Why choose this course**
Our BSc and MPhys Physics with Astronomy courses teach you about our place in the cosmos. You’ll learn about cutting-edge theories of the origin of the Universe and life itself, and have the opportunity to carry out original research with leading scientists in the field.
We’re home to fantastic astronomy facilities, including our own teaching and outreach telescopes that you’ll use to get hands-on observation experience, as well as high-performance computing and GPU clusters.
Two unique aspects of both courses are:
Our placement programme:
- Within the BSc, the option to take a paid Professional Training placement in industry gives you invaluable hands-on experience to enhance your employability.
- On our MPhys course, you’ll take a year-long, masters-level integrated research placement. This can be in one of our world-leading research groups or at one of our international partner institutions.
Our focus on undergraduate research and innovation:
- All undergraduates have the opportunity to apply for paid 8-10 week summer research placements in our research groups and those of our South East Physics Network partners.
- We offer in-house grants that students can apply for to fund a research placement, attend a conference or develop a new business idea.
**What you will study**
Our Physics with Astronomy courses teach you the core elements of traditional physics – from classical mechanics and electromagnetism to quantum mechanics.
You’ll then specialise in astrophysics, studying the formation and evolution of stars, planets, galaxies and the Universe as a whole. You’ll learn about the search for life beyond Earth, gravitational waves, and the nature of dark matter and dark energy.
You’ll also be able to carry out a research project in one of our world-leading research groups.
You can apply to study for either a BSc or an MPhys, a direct route to a masters qualification. If you study for an MPhys, you’ll spend a year doing integrated research before returning for your final masters-level modules.
You may have the option to switch to a BSc or MPhys during your studies.
Course Details - Modules
To see the full range of modules for this course please visit our website – the link is under the Course contact details. You will also find full details of the programme, including programme structure, assessment methods, contact hours and Graduate prospects.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
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.
Application Codes
Course code:
F3FL
Institution code:
S85
Campus Name:
Stag Hill
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Overall:
BBB
We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers.
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics.
Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.
Overall:
ABBBB
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics.
GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
Mathematics: Scottish National 5 - C
Overall:
QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 27 Level 3 Credits at Distinction and 18 Level 3 Credits at Merit.
Required Subjects:
Modules must be in relevant subjects.
Overall:
BBB
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics.
GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
Mathematics: Scottish National 5 - C
Overall:
32
Required Subjects:
HL5/SL6 in Mathematics and Physics.
GCSE or Equivalent:
English, HL4/SL4 (including MYP).
Maths, HL4/SL4 (including MYP).
Maths Studies, SL4.
Overall:
DDM BTEC Extended Diploma and A level Mathematics grade B.
Required Subjects:
BTEC must be in a relevant subject. Also A level Mathematics grade B.
Overall:
BBB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A levels. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.
Required Subjects:
A level Mathematics and Physics.
GCSE or Equivalent:
Completion of GCSE English and Mathematics equivalents within the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
6.0 overall with 5.5 in each element
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