Overview

Through the Astronomy at University of Glasgow if you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4) Astronomy can only be taken as a Joint Honours degree with either physics or mathematics.

Key facts:

In Honours your studies will include modern observational methods and you will undertake project work using advanced astronomical instrumentation and data analysis techniques.
Your core courses will be supplemented by options enabling you to follow your particular areas of interest. All courses include training in transferable skills such as teamwork, presentation and technical writing. In the final year, all students work on an independent research project embedded in one of our active research groups.

Career opportunities:

The scientific knowledge and mathematical and analytical skills you acquire will equip you to work across a wide range of industries. Many of our graduates choose to continue their studies for a higher degree such as an MSc or a PhD in a specialised area of astronomy, or a related subject, before entering the job market.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematics 2a: Multivariable Calculus
Mathematics 2b: Linear Algebra
Mathematics 2d: Mathematical Methods And Modelling
Stellar Structure And Evolution
High Energy Astrophysics
Galaxies
Heliophysics And Stellar Atmospheres

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, 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

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

SQA Higher Entry Requirements

BBBB at S5 will be considered. Typically S6 entrants will have AAAAA at Higher. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher.

Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics.

SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements (by end of S5 or S6)

MD20 – BBBB (also other target groups)

MD40 – AABB

Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.

A-level Standard Entry Requirements

AAB – BBB

Additional requirements: A-level Mathematics and Physics.

IB Standard Entry Requirements

36 (6,6,5 HL) – 32 (6,5,5 HL)

Additional requirements: HL Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33210 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 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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