
Natural Sciences (Astronomy and Planetary Science) (Q64-AST) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Natural Sciences (Astronomy and Planetary Science) (Q64-AST) BSc (Hons)
This IOP-recognised astronomy and planetary science route through our SNS-accredited BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64) develops the knowledge and skills you need to study outer space. You’ll study topics like our solar system, planets orbiting other stars, the life cycle of stars, extreme conditions near black holes, and the evolutionary history of the Universe. Using appropriate quantitative tools and observational methods, you’ll be able to objectively and quantitatively describe, analyse, test and explain phenomena in the Universe.
Key features of the course
This IOP-recognised astronomy and planetary science route through our SNS-accredited BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64) develops the knowledge and skills you need to study outer space. You’ll study topics like our solar system, planets orbiting other stars, the life cycle of stars, extreme conditions near black holes, and the evolutionary history of the Universe. Using appropriate quantitative tools and observational methods, you’ll be able to objectively and quantitatively describe, analyse, test and explain phenomena in the Universe.<br/><br/><strong>Key features of the course</strong><br/>• Gain mathematical and data-handling skills sought after by employers<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop investigative and laboratory skills using our state-of-the-art multi-award-winning OpenSTEM Labs, including controlling our robotic optical telescopes<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Extend your understanding of physics concepts and processes that underpin a wide range of phenomena in the Universe<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Accredited by the Society for Natural Sciences (SNS) and recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP)<br/><br/>
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Study Mode
Distance-online
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Distance Learning
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Course Code
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Institution Code
O11
Points of Entry
Year 1
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