Overview

On the (Hons) Astrophysics programme from University of Hertfordshire you will also gain considerable hand-on experience of astronomical observations at our dedicated teaching observatory, beginning your studies there only a few weeks after commencing your degree with us.

Key facts

During your second and third years you will specialise in more advanced Astrophysical topics, including the physics of the solar system and extrasolar planets, cosmology, and star formation and stellar evolution.

We also offer a range of options in your final year, including learning how to plan space missions in Space Dynamics and the flight dynamics of rockets in Rocket Performance and Propulsion.

You will also carry out a final year investigative project in a cutting-edge area of Astrophysics research. You will be closely supervised and guided by one of our experienced researchers in the Centre for Astrophysics Research.

Previous projects have included mapping the Orion Nebula with our telescopes at Bayfordbury, studying planetary systems with the Herschel Space Observatory, and modeling high energy jets from galactic nuclei.

What's next for my career?

Your specialist physics understanding and range of technical and mathematical abilities mean you’ll be well equipped for careers in research or industry, or for postgraduate study.

Graduates find employment in international observatories, research institutions, engineering and financial industries, and teaching.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Physical Universe

Special Relativity and Quantum Physics

Electromagnetism

Optics and Lasers

Thermodynamics

Physics of the Solar System

Extra-Solar Planets

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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72

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59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hatfield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Astronomy & Space Sciences View 135 other Bachelors in Astronomy & Space Sciences 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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105

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72

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59

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6

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General requirements

UCAS points: 120–128

A Level: BBB–ABB - B in Maths, B in Physics

BTEC: DDM - Applied Science AND A level Maths grade B

Access Course Tariff: Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits of which 15 must be in maths at a minimum of Merit

IB requirement: 120–128 points must include maths at HL grade 4 or above

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Tuition Fees

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17450 GBP / year

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9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Hatfield

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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