Physics with Astrophysics
Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level Mathematics and Physics.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: HL Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics.) Scottish Higher: BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics at AA. (AB may be considered. Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
About this course
BSc/MSci in Physics with Astrophysics, a physics and physics with astrophysics degree centred on the study of astrophysical phenomena from stars and planets to galaxies and cosmology. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling. The programme utilises an observatory, planetarium, and telescope facilities to support astronomy lectures. The first year covers foundational principles through Physics 1, Mathematics 1, and Astronomy 1. The second year progresses with Physics 2, Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus, Mathematics 2B: Linear Algebra, and Mathematics 2D: Mathematical Methods and Modelling. Later stages include advanced modules such as Waves & Diffraction, Quantum Mechanics, Thermal Physics, Solid State Physics, and Atomic Systems alongside compulsory subjects like stellar structure and evolution, high-energy astrophysics, and galaxies and cosmology. Students also undertake practical work including Honours Physics Laboratory, Astronomy Laboratory 1, and a final-year Physics Project.
Modules
- Physics 1
- Mathematics 1
- Astronomy 1
- Physics 2
- Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus
- Mathematics 2B: Linear Algebra
- Mathematics 2D: Mathematical Methods and Modelling
- Mathematical Methods 1
- Waves & Diffraction
- Circuits & Systems
- Quantum Mechanics
- Thermal Physics
- Electromagnetic Theory 1
- Honours Physics Laboratory
- Astronomy Laboratory 1
- Stellar Structure and Evolution
- High Energy Astrophysics
- Instruments for Optical and Radio Astronomy
- Cosmology
- Solid State Physics
- Atomic Systems
- General Physics Workshop
- Physics Project
- Stellar Structure and Evolution
- High Energy Astrophysics
- Instruments for Optical and Radio Astronomy
- Cosmology
- galaxies and cosmology
- instruments for optical and radio telescopes
- exploring planetary systems
- General Relativity and Gravitation
- Plasma Theory and Diagnostics