MPhys Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics with a Year Abroad
Entry requirements
A level: ABB including A level Mathematics at B (not Use of Mathematics) IB: 32 points in the IB Diploma or 128 UCAS tariff points , including HL Maths/Maths Methods or HL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at 5 or SL Maths/Maths Methods at 6 (not Maths Studies/SL Maths: Applications & Interpretations).
About this course
MPhys in Physics and Physics with Astrophysics, covering topics from classical mechanics and quantum theory to observational astrophysics. Core topics include Programming, Signal Processing, Microelectronics, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. A final-year research project is completed within a departmental research group, and students can spend a year abroad at a partner institution during the third year.
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
- Spacecraft Design and Operations
- Modern Optics and Photonics
- Thermal and Statistical Physics
- Stars, Galaxies and the Universe
- The Solar System
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Data Analysis and Investigation in Astronomy and Planetary Sciences
- MPhys Research Project
- Astrobiology and Astrochemistry
- Space Exploration: the 21st Century Space Industry
- Star Formation and Galactic Structure