Join a University ranked in the UK top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.
Our course provides a thorough grounding in physics, with astrophysics as a key component. This course is led by an internationally-renowned astrophysics research group and covers a broad range of contemporary astrophysics topics.
In years one and two, you will be introduced to key concepts in astrophysics and cosmology alongside the same core of physics as our Physics degrees. In your third year, you will progress to m...
Join a University ranked in the UK top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.<br/><br/>Our course provides a thorough grounding in physics, with astrophysics as a key component. This course is led by an internationally-renowned astrophysics research group and covers a broad range of contemporary astrophysics topics.<br/><br/>In years one and two, you will be introduced to key concepts in astrophysics and cosmology alongside the same core of physics as our Physics degrees. In your third year, you will progress to more advanced topics such as galaxies and high-energy astrophysics.<br/><br/>Your final-year project will be with a member of the astrophysics research group. Our research areas include:<br/><br/><br/>- galaxy cluster astrophysics<br/><br/><br/>- galaxy evolution<br/><br/><br/>- black holes and active galaxies<br/><br/><br/>- the formation and atmospheres of extrasolar planets.<br/><br/><br/>You will have the opportunity to develop a physicists broad range of skills. These include problem-solving, numeracy, teamwork, and the ability to communicate complicated concepts.<br/><br/>You will also gain the skills needed for astronomical observations and theoretical modelling. These may be used to analyse data from international ground- and space-based observatories.<br/><br/>Join our friendly department with a very active, award-winning student society. Our physics graduates have an excellent record of employment post-study. This is a testament to the value that employers place on the skills you will develop on this course.<br/><br/>Think Big bursaries of £3,000 are available to support first-year international undergraduate students in this subject area.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F3F5
Institution Code
B78
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,A,A Standard Higher: AAAAA. Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 Access to HE Diploma in Engineering, Science, or Computing (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; and at least 12 credits at Distinction from Mathematics units (including algebra, calculus and trigonometry); and at least 12 credits at Distinction from specified Physics units. Plus successful completion of a University of Bristol test and interview (or A at A-Level or equivalent in Mathematics and Physics). Mature students can contact mature-students@bristol.ac.uk to check the suitability of their Access course. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 38 Standard offer: 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and Physics. Contextual offer: 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and Physics. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*DD D*DD in Engineering BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, with Distinctions in four specified Physics units, AND A in Mathematics at A-level (or equivalent). Scottish Advanced HigherA,A Advanced Higher: AA in Mathematics and Physics. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalRequirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/ D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/ M2 is B, and M3 is C. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. A levelA*,A,A A,A,B Standard offer: A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Physics. Contextual offer: AAB including AA in Mathematics and Physics. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £29,300 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |