Bachelor Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics (MPhys)

The course structure below gives a flavour of the modules that will be available to you and provides details of the content of this programme. This listing is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation. Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules, you may also have the option to take ‘wild’ modules from other programmes offered by the University in order that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas of interest to you or that may further enhance your employability.

Possible modules may include:

• Mathematics
• Physics
• Computing Skills
• Astrophysics, Space Science and Cosmology
• Introduction to Ballistics
• Skills for Physicists

Possible modules may include:

• Quantum Physics
• Atomic and Nuclear Physics
• Electromagnetism and Optics
• The Multiwavelength Universe Exoplanets
• Spacecraft Design and Operations
• Multimedia for astronomy, astrophysics and planetary science
• Physics Laboratory A
• Mathematical Techniques for Physical Sciences

Possible modules may include:

• Physics Project
• Relativity Optics and Maxwell's Equation
• Thermal and Statistical Physics
• Stars, Galaxies and the Universe
• The Sun, The Earth and Mars
• Numerical and Computational Methods
• Image Processing
• Physical Science Research Planning

Possible modules may include:

• Physics Research Project
• Space Astronomy and Solar System Science
• Rocketry and Human Spaceflight
• Cosmology and Interstellar Medium
• Particle and Quantum Physics