Overview

Recently there have been dramatic astronomical discoveries and gathering of large amounts of data. Therefore, this is a very exciting time to study astrophysics.

They try to provide a unique and deep insight into the major scientific controversies of our time.

Career opportunities

Many employers recognise that physics graduates have advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to think logically and critically about complex situations.

Graduates of the Astrophysics (Hons) degree at The University of Edinburgh have opportunities in a diverse range of careers using skills gained from this degree, such as:

a high level of mathematical ability

IT proficiency

communication skills

The recent graduates have gone on into employment with a wide variety of organisations, including:

Google

The European Space Agency

BBC

IBM

Physicists are sought after by many sectors, including:

engineering

manufacturing

energy

finance

medicine

the space industries

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Modern Physics

Dynamics and Vector Calculus

Linear Algebra and Several Variable Calculus

Experimental Physics

Programming and Data Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 459 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

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

As part of your application, you will need:

your academic qualifications

a personal statement

evidence of your English language skills (with relevant qualifications)

a reference

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36800 GBP / year

≈ 36800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of UK: £9,535.00

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

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

Funding

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