Overview

The MPhys Astrophysics programme at The University of Lancashire offers the opportunity to explore the very fabric of our universe. You’ll develop skills in various scientific methods, while learning how physics applies to stellar objects and systems.

Key facts

With us, you’ll work in a state-of-the art learning environment for practical analysis, interpretation and modelling of astronomical data, developing a sophisticated practical and theoretical knowledge base.

You’ll also get the chance to spend a year abroad, whether studying at a partner institution or working with an approved research project. We collaborate with some of the world’s leaders in the field, including NASA and the Southern African Large Telescope.

The MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics degree course provides the analytical and mathematical skills which are prized across a range of industries, as well as a strong foundation for a career in research.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Applied and Computational Physics

Functions, Vectors and Calculus

Properties of Matter

Ordinary Differential Equations

Formation, Structure and Evolution of Stars

Cosmology and Galaxies

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Preston, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Physics 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.

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General requirements

128 points at A2 including a minimum of AB in Physics and Math - one must be grade A

BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM and accepted only alongside a minimum of AB in A2 level Physics and Math - one must be grade A

International Baccalaureate Diploma: 128 points from Higher Level subjects including Higher Level 5/6 Maths and Physics

Pass Access course: 128 points including 15 level 3 credits at D in Maths and 15 level 3 credits at D in Physics

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18750 GBP / year

≈ 18750 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Additional Details

Placement year £1,955 for the placement year

Part-time £1,630 per 20 credits

Living costs

Preston

United Kingdom

751 - 1425 GBP / month

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