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**Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics with a Year in Industry**
Investigate the possibilities of life elsewhere within the universe and get involved with real space missions from ESA and NASA. Youll also work on Hubble Telescope data and images from giant telescopes, as well as working with our own Beacon Observatory.
Access our first-class research laboratories, which are equipped for synthetic and analytical techniques ranging from soft organic polymers to nanoparticles, to highly sensitive organometallic species.
Adding a year in industry to your degre...
**Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics with a Year in Industry**<br/>Investigate the possibilities of life elsewhere within the universe and get involved with real space missions from ESA and NASA. Youll also work on Hubble Telescope data and images from giant telescopes, as well as working with our own Beacon Observatory.<br/><br/>Access our first-class research laboratories, which are equipped for synthetic and analytical techniques ranging from soft organic polymers to nanoparticles, to highly sensitive organometallic species.<br/><br/>Adding a year in industry to your degree allows you to gain valuable work experience. Your placement can take place in the UK or abroad and many pay a salary. Develop the transferable skills to open up a world of job opportunities, leading to careers in research, engineering, aerospace/defence, medical physics, teaching, finance and data analytics.<br/><br/>**Accreditation**<br/>This course is fully accredited by the Institute of Physics. <br/><br/>**Your future**<br/>You’ll graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience, as well as a toolbox of transferable skills highly sought after by employers. These include excellent communication and problem-solving skills; analytical thinking; effective time management; and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Our graduates have gone on to work for employers such as:<br/><br/><br/>- Airbus<br/><br/><br/>- The Met Office<br/><br/><br/>- Defence Engineering and Science Group (MoD)<br/><br/><br/>- BAE.<br/><br/><br/>**Location**<br/>Our city, your time.<br/>It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.<br/>We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!
It's time to unlock your potential, at the University of Kent. Discover outstanding teaching, stunning campus spaces and a warm community at this top 50 UK university (Times Higher Education (THE) rankings based on REF 2021).
At Kent you’ll be part of the exciting Kent university landscape. This includes on-campus nightclubs, bars, restaurants, high-end sports facilities and even a student cinema! You can enjoy your lunch on Kent's green campus, visit historical sights nearby in Canterbury or Rochester, or head to the beach. You're also just a short bus journey from scenic ...
It's time to unlock your potential, at the University of Kent. Discover outstanding teaching, stunning campus spaces and a warm community at this top 50 UK university (Times Higher Education (THE) rankings based on REF 2021).<br/><br/>At Kent you’ll be part of the exciting Kent university landscape. This includes on-campus nightclubs, bars, restaurants, high-end sports facilities and even a student cinema! You can enjoy your lunch on Kent's green campus, visit historical sights nearby in Canterbury or Rochester, or head to the beach. You're also just a short bus journey from scenic beaches, and a train ride from Central London!<br/><br/>Kent offers a range choice of accommodation options to suit all budgets. You’ll be supported with discounts on transport, meals and other cost-of-living initiatives. All first-year students also get free gym and sports memberships!<br/><br/>Interested? Why not come and see Kent for yourself on a Clearing campus tour.<br/><br/>Apply to Kent this Clearing and start building your future.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
27/09/2025
Campus
Canterbury campus
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F593
Institution Code
K24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
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128
including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section
Scottish Highers qualifications are considered on an individual basis
The University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma candidates for consideration. A typical offer may require you to obtain a proportion of Level 3 credits in relevant subjects at merit grade or above.
32
28
32 points from the IB Diploma or 128 UCAS Tariff Points including either HL Maths/ Maths Methods or HL Maths: Analysis and Approaches at 5 OR SL Maths/ Maths Methods at 6
DDM
DMM
including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section
A,B,B
B,B,C
including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section
The University will consider applicants holding T level qualifications in subjects closely aligned to the course.
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