Overview

The BSc Physics with Astrophysics (Hons) from University of Dundee will increase your understanding of fundamental physics and expand your mathematical skills. You'll study both classical physics and developments in modern physics and gain advanced laboratory skills and hands-on experience with challenging experiments.

As you progress through your studies, you'll study modules in astrophysics in more detail such as space physics and astronomy, stars and planetary systems, and galaxies and the universe.

In your final year, you'll conduct a personal project which will involve practical experience in a research laboratory. You'll also have the option to take part in dedicated undergraduate research projects from the start of your course.

Our high staff-to-student ratio fosters a friendly environment and approachable lecturers.

Careers

Physicists and astrophysicists have a broad knowledge and expertise base in theoretical and applied science, as well as high-level mathematical skills. They are adept at solving both abstract and concrete problems. Graduates can pursue careers in such diverse areas as:

microelectronics
advanced materials
medicine
telecommunications
microelectronics
nuclear power and instrumentation
cryogenics
astronomy
geophysics
computing
teaching
business, finance and management

Many graduates go on to pursue higher degrees, at both taught postgraduate and PhD level.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Electromagnetism and Circuits
Mechanics
Mathematics
Space Physics and Astronomy
Classical and Quantum Matter and Radiation
Computational Astrophysics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Mathematics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 589 other Bachelors in Physics in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

Advanced Diploma: Grade B with ASL-A Level at AB (level 1) Grade A with ASL-A Level at AA (level 2)
BTEC: A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDM (level 1) A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDD (level 2)
European Baccalaureate: 70% overall (level 1) 75% overall (level 2)
GCE-A Level: Standard: BBB Widening access: BCC (level 1) Standard: AAB Widening access: BBB (level 2)
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: 30 points (level 1) 34 points (level 2)
Scottish Baccalaureate: Pass with BC (level 1) Distinction with AB (level 2)
SQA Higher/Advanced Higher: Standard: AABB at Higher / Widening access: BBBB at Higher (level 1) AB at Advanced Higher and AB at Higher (level 2)
SQA Higher National: A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit (level 1) A relevant HND with BB in the Graded Units (level 2)
Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP): Relevant subjects with ABB grades
Welsh Baccalaureate: A-Levels at AB (level 1) A Levels at AA (level 2)

Tuition Fee

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International

23100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23100 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

1820 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.

England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £9,250 per year of study

Living costs for Dundee

787 - 1494 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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