Physics with Astrophysics
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, a physics and physics with astrophysics degree focused on the study of the universe. Core topics include Research Methods and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics and includes access to an on-campus observatory for training with optical telescopes. The second year features Astrophysics and Experimental Skills. The third year covers compulsory modules such as Advanced Techniques in Astrophysics, Cosmology, and Star and Planet Formation, while optional modules include Advanced Quantum Physics and Physics in Schools. The fourth year offers optional modules such as Research Project, Exoplanetary Systems, and General Relativity, allowing students to focus on specific interests in astrophysics and related physics disciplines.
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