Physics with Astrophysics (Industrial)
Entry requirements
A level: AAA (specific subject requirements) BTEC: BTEC qualifications in relevant disciplines are considered in combination with A Level Physics and Mathematics. Applicants should contact the School to discuss. IB: 18 points at Higher Level to include 5 in Higher Level Physics and 5 in Higher Level Mathematics.
About this course
MPhys, BSc in Physics with Astrophysics (Industrial), a physics and physics with astrophysics degree focused on astronomical systems and physical laws. Core topics include Research Methods and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme includes a dedicated industrial placement year and final-year research collaboration opportunities. Year 2 focuses on fundamental experimental and observational principles through the compulsory module Astrophysics and Experimental Skills. Year 4 centres on advanced astrophysical theory and techniques, featuring compulsory modules such as Advanced Techniques in Astrophysics, Cosmology, and Star and Planet Formation. Optional study areas in the later stages span Advanced Quantum Physics, General Relativity, and Quantum Information Science and Technology. Students can also select from various optional modules including Advanced Mechanics and Exoplanetary Systems, alongside independent research options in the final year.
Modules
- Astrophysics and Experimental Skills
- Advanced Techniques in Astrophysics
- Cosmology
- Star and Planet Formation
- Advanced Quantum Physics
- Quantum Matter
- Advanced Optics with Photonics
- Magnetism and Ferroic Materials
- Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics
- Advanced Mechanics
- Molecular Simulation with Machine Learning: Theory and Practice
- Physics in Schools
- Group Innovation Project
- Research Project
- Winds, Bubbles and Explosions
- Exoplanetary Systems
- Soft Matter Physics: Liquid Crystals
- Quantum Information Science and Technology
- Current Research Topics in Physics
- Quantum Field Theory
- Advanced Bionanophysics Research
- Soft Matter Physics: Polymers, Colloids and Glasses
- Physics of Biological Systems
- Quantum Many-Body Physics
- General Relativity
- Advanced Physics in Schools
- Group Innovation Project in Sustainability
- Superconductivity