Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)

Astrophysicists look to the skies to discover more about the nature of our Universe.

From the nuclear reactions that power our sun to the mysteries of dark matter, youll study the great challenges of cosmology in topics aligned with our active research. To explore the cosmos youll need grounding in many disciplines of physics, from optics to electromagnetism, quantum physics to classical mechanics. Youll gain foundational understanding of fundamental physics, scientific principles and methods. Youll learn key skills for analysing real-life problems, write scientific reports...

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

10/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD

Application Details

Course Code

F3F5

Institution Code

Y50

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Access to HE Diploma

D:36,M:9

We will consider the Access to Higher Education Diploma. The syllabus must contain a significant portion of Mathematics and Physics that is considered equivalent to A Level standard. Applications will be considered on an individual basis - please contact the Department before you apply.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

35

With 6 in Higher Level Physics and Mathematics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDM + A at A Level Mathematics. We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. A Level in Physics (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is also essential, but we may consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Physics equivalent.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

DDM + A at A Level Mathematics. We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. A Level in Physics (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is also essential, but we may consider relevant units in your OCR as A Level Physics equivalent.

Scottish Advanced Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D3,D3,M2

Cambridge Pre-U Physics and Mathematics at grade D3 are essential.

Extended Project

We recognise the value of this qualification although it will not be included as a condition of entry. It may be taken in to consideration when you receive your results.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)

B

We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.

A level

A,A,B

Essential Subjects: Physics and Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade A are essential. Information: Applicants taking Science A Levels that include a practical component will be required to pass.

T Level

Not Accepted

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