Astrophysics - BSc (Hons)

Astrophysics involves a broad frontier of technologies including materials science, optics and electronics. This three-year programme teaches students to apply their knowledge of physics to astronomical observation and to the interpretation of the data and images obtained. This programme is offered both as a three-year BSc and a four-year MSci, with common structures and subjects for the first two years. However, the additional fourth year of the MSci programme allows for a greater depth of study and we recommend you apply for an MSci initially, as this keeps more options open.

GradesA*AASubjectsA*A in Mathematics and Physics required (in any order). Biology, Chemistry or Further Mathematics preferred.GCSEsEnglish Language and Mathematics at grade C or 5.Contextual offer informationGradesAAB more about contextual offersSubjectsA in Mathematics and Physics required. Biology, Chemistry or Further Mathematics preferred.GCSEsEnglish Language and Mathematics at grade C or 5.Points39SubjectsA total of 19 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 and grade 6 in Mathematics and Physics, in any order, with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level.Contextual offerPoints36 more about contextual offersSubjectsA total of 17 points in three higher level subjects including Mathematics and Physics at grade 6, with no higher level score below 5.Level 1: