Overview
The Astrophysics degree delivered by Cardiff University is designed for those wishing to study astrophysics in greater depth than the three year BSc allows.
Key facts
The course aims to prepare you for a career in industrial or academic research and development, education or other sectors which require a practical, numerate and analytical approach to problem solving.
You will be part of a friendly and welcoming department currently housed in the Queen’s Building complex, which contains a wide variety of purpose-built laboratories, lecture theatres and computing facilities.
Distinctive features
The distinctive features of the course include:
- The opportunity to learn in a department which has a strong commitment to research and is home to one of the UK’s largest Astronomy research groups
- The involvement of research-active staff in course design and delivery
- A large research project in your final year
- Frequent opportunities to conduct practical work in the School’s laboratory facilities
- An emphasis on independent learning
Career prospects
Physics and Astronomy graduates are highly valued by employers and our students go on to work in a wide range of different fields including research science, medical physics and technology, teaching and finance and banking.
Employers include UK and international universities plus organisations such as Rolls Royce, European Space Agency, Lockheed Martin, Tata Steel, National Instruments and Barclays.
Graduate careers
- Research scientist
- Teacher
- Finance and banking
- Project manager
Accreditation
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP)
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Mathematical Methods for Physicists
- Mechanics and Matter
- Experimental Physics
- Planet Earth
- Electricity, Magnetism and Waves
- Computational Skills for Problem Solving
- Astrophysics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Astronomy & Space Sciences View 135 other Bachelors in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
A level
AAA-AAB- Must include either Maths and Physics or A in Maths. You will need to pass the science practical element of the A-level if this is part of your programme of study.
- Extended/International Project Qualification: Applicants with grade A in the EPQ/IPQ will typically receive an offer one grade lower than the standard offer. Please note that any subject specific requirements must still be met.
- 36-34 overall or 666 in 3 HL subjects. Must include grade 6 in HL Maths and Physics.
- From September 2023, there will be a new qualification called the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales (level 3). This qualification will replace the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (Welsh Baccalaureate). The qualification will continue to be accepted in lieu of one A-Level (at the grades listed above), excluding any specified subjects.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents30700 GBP / year≈ 30700 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9535 GBP / year≈ 9535 GBP / year
Living costs
Cardiff
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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