**Course Overview**
Did you ever wonder how stars and galaxies came to be? An Astrophysics degree can provide the answer. Youll gain the skills, methods and knowledge to investigate the physics of our universe.
**Why study with us**
- Learn at one of the UK’s best-equipped teaching observatories, with our recent £200,000 investment in probably the most powerful modern optical telescope available in the country.
- You’ll have access to specialist laboratory facilities for the study of nuclear physics, mechanics, optics, quantum physics, l...
**Course Overview**<br/><br/>Did you ever wonder how stars and galaxies came to be? An Astrophysics degree can provide the answer. Youll gain the skills, methods and knowledge to investigate the physics of our universe.<br/><br/>**Why study with us**<br/><br/><br/>- Learn at one of the UK’s best-equipped teaching observatories, with our recent £200,000 investment in probably the most powerful modern optical telescope available in the country.<br/><br/><br/>- You’ll have access to specialist laboratory facilities for the study of nuclear physics, mechanics, optics, quantum physics, laser physics, spectroscopy and astrophysics .<br/><br/><br/>- You’ll develop your mathematical skills, and benefit from a state-of-the art learning environment for practical analysis, interpretation and modelling of astronomical data.<br/><br/><br/>**What you’ll do** <br/><br/><br/>- This course begins with the same introductory modules as both our Physics and Physics with Astrophysics courses, so you’ll have the flexibility to switch within your first year.<br/><br/><br/>- We collaborate with some of the world’s leaders in the field, including NASA and the Southern African Large Telescope: you’ll become an active part of our vibrant research culture, learning from research-informed teaching, working on projects and even joining funded internships.<br/><br/><br/>- If you’re doing well on the BSc programme, you can step up to the MPhys route – an ideal option for a career in scientific research.<br/><br/><br/>**Accreditations** <br/><br/><br/>- This course is accredited by the IOP, the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland. On completion of this course graduates can progress towards Chartered Physicist (Phys) status.<br/><br/><br/>**Future careers**<br/><br/>Our BSc (Hons) Astrophysics degree course provides the analytical and mathematical skills which are prized across a range of industries, as well as a strong foundation for a career in research.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F510
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS TariffScottish Higher120 UCAS Points including Physics and Maths at grade BB. Access to HE Diploma120 points including 15 level 3 credits at D in Maths and 15 level 3 credits at D in Physics International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePass IB Diploma including 120 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects, including HL5 in Physics and Maths Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)120 UCAS Points including Physics and Maths at H1 GCSE/National 4/National 55 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication. ASNot Accepted OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaA level120 UCAS Points including A-Level BB in Physics and Maths. Use of Maths and General Studies not accepted T LevelNot Accepted |
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