Physics with Astronomy (Hons)

Overview

From the formation, evolution and deaths of stars (involving planetary systems, nucleosynthesis and supernovae) through structure of galaxies to the evolution of the Universe itself, the degree structure introduces the physics involved in the cosmos.

Anyone who is curious about the fundamental laws of nature will enjoy Physics. It is one of the few disciplines that really challenge our view of the world. For example, in relativity we find that space and time are entangled and that clocks run slowly under the influence of a gravitational field. When we examine the world on a microscopic scale, we are in the realm of quantum mechanics, where the predictions, such as wave-particle duality, even seem strange to the physicists who study its foundations. Physics with Astronomy (Hons) programme is offered at University of Liverpool .

Career prospects

Physicists are trained to solve a range of problems, meaning your degree opens up a wide range of careers. Physics graduates are among those earning the highest starting salaries in the UK and graduates have excellent opportunities for careers in research, industry, computing, teaching, business and finance.