Overview

Why study this course?

The Integrated Masters degree in Astrophysics allows you to embark on a guided exploration of the science of the Universe, from our solar system to black holes and from extrasolar planets to galaxy clusters. You will develop core physics, mathematics, and computational skills to allow you to model these systems and to analyse complicated data sets. Students will be able to use some of the telescopes at the University Observatory, which contains the largest operational optical telescope in the UK.

The degree is a great starting point for further research in astrophysics, but also gives you competencies that are useful in a wide range of careers in physics-based industry, in analysing 'big data', and more generally in areas such as finance and management.  

Careers

At the end of the degree, graduates should  be equipped with the following skills that are valued in a wide range of occupations: :

the ability to determine what information is needed to solve a problem, and a knowledge of where to find or generate such information
applicable mathematical and computational techniques and where to use them
knowledge and understanding of fundamental physical laws and principles
the ability to analyse data and evaluate the level of uncertainty in results
skills to identify relevant principles and laws of physics when dealing with problems
communication skills including the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Physics

Mathematics

Linear Mathematics

Multivariate Calculus

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

More details

UCAS/Direct application: 13 January. Common Application: 1 May.

Language

English

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70

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

600 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 470 other Bachelors in Physics in United Kingdom

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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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70

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

SQA Highers

Standard entry grades: AAAA, including A in both: Mathematics, Physics.

Minimum entry grades: AAAB, including A in both: Mathematics, Physics.

Gateway entry grades: ABBB, including A in Mathematics and B in Physics (or vice versa).

GCE A-Levels

Standard entry grades: AAA, including A in both: Mathematics, Physics.

Minimum entry grades: AAB, including A in both: Mathematics, Physics.

IB points

Standard entry grades: 38 (HL 6,6,6), including HL6 in both Mathematics and Physics.

Minimum entry grades: 36 (HL 6,5,5), including HL5 in both Mathematics and Physics.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

33250 GBP / year

≈ 33250 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland / Channel Islands, Isle of Man: £9,790.

Living costs

Saint Andrews

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

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