BScPhysics with Astrophysics

Study location	United Kingdom, Clifton campus
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BSc
Course code	F3F5

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.0; CAE (Cambridge English Advanced): 169 points or above

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	ntu.ac.uk/../bsc-physics-with-astrophysics

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Programme structure

What will I study?
Year One

Concepts of Astronomy and Cosmology
Matter – Evidence for Quantisation
Ideas of Motion – From Galileo to Einstein
Introduction to Laboratory Software
Laboratory Instrumentation and Physics Skills
Mathematical Techniques
Year Two

Stars and Galaxies
Fundamental Forces
The Quantum World
Optics and Semiconductors
Thermal and Environmental Physics
Digital Techniques
Year Three

This is your optional placement year.

Final Year

Cosmology: Theory and Observation
Advanced Modern Physics
Condensed Matter
Advanced Experimental Techniques
Research Project.

Career opportunities

This science based numerate degree will enable you to develop and apply a range of essential, transferable skills that are greatly respected by employers.

You will be ideally placed to gain employment in positions such as:

Observing Assistant
IT professional
Telescope Support Technician
Educational Instructor
PhD student.
Our recent graduates have worked for companies including:

Gemini
Keck
European Space Agency
Orion Optics
Accenture
Royal Observatory Greenwich
International Planetarium Society.
Graduate salaries range from £16,000 – £30,000 per year.