BSc Physics with Astrophysics with a Foundation Year
Entry requirements
A level: For those with a relevant science qualification our standard offer is CDD with one of these to be Maths or Physics. For those without a relevant science qualification, our standard offer is BCC. IB: 24 points in the IB Diploma or 80 UCAS tariff points, including HL Maths/Maths Methods, HL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or HL Physics at 4 or HL Maths Studies at 5 or SL Maths or Physics at 5.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physics and Physics with Astrophysics. Core topics include Programming, Signal Processing, Microelectronics, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme includes a collaborative group laboratory project and observational work at the Beacon Observatory.
Modules
- Mathematics I
- Introduction to Optics, Astronomy and Relativity
- Mathematics II
- Laboratory and Programming Skills
- Mechanics
- Introduction to Waves, Fields and the Quantum World
- Mathematical Techniques for Physical Sciences
- Physics Group Laboratory Project
- Quantum and Atomic Physics
- Electromagnetism and Relativity
- Observational Astronomy and Exoplanets
- Machine Learning for Natural Sciences
- Modern Optics and Photonics
- Thermal and Statistical Physics
- Stars, Galaxies and the Universe
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Problem Solving in Physics
- Astrophysics Data Analysis and Investigation