MPhys Physics with Astrophysics
Entry requirements
A level: BBC to BBB to include a Grade B in both Maths and Physics. IB: 30 points overall to include a Higher Level in Maths and Physics.
About this course
MPhys in Physics and Physics with Astrophysics, an integrated Master's degree combining core physics with specialist astrophysics study. Core topics include Programming, Circuit Design, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, and Research Methods. The course offers optional placement year or study abroad opportunities, with an individual research project supervised by research-active staff in the final year.
Modules
- Calculus
- Computer Algebra and Technical Computing
- Electricity, Magnetism, Thermal and Quantum Physics
- Geometrical Optics, Waves and Mechanics
- Introduction to Modern Astronomy
- Laboratory 1
- Linear Algebra
- Professional Skills and Group Study
- Differential Equations
- Electrodynamics
- Group Project
- Industrial and Econo-Physics
- Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics
- Scientific Computing
- Statistical and Quantum Physics I
- The Solar System and Exoplanets
- Physics Year in Industry
- Study Abroad – SEPS
- Advanced Project and Communication
- Cosmology and General Relativity
- Galactic and Extragalactic Astronomy
- Numerical Methods
- Stars and Stellar Evolution
- Fluid Dynamics
- Methods of Mathematical Physics
- Physics Pedagogy
- Astrophysics Masters Project
- Advanced Instrumentation
- Financial Kinetics
- Physics Modelling
- Physics That Matters