Astronomy
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Qualitative teaching and everything was simply amazing, I had a nice time and there were lots of opportunities. Social aspects were great and thanks for the same.
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For me the University experience was a bit hard, the best part was the staff at the university and all the societies which helped a lot in meeting new and different people. Lectures were interesting and up to date, facilities were quite good and social life was also great. They offer plenty of services and it's almost everything that you need.
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I feel totally at home here and captivated by the city and the examinations. I am a bit blown away, normally, doing such an extraordinary degree yet I want to be increasingly composed and make more opportunity
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Bachelor's degree
In Glasgow
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Glasgow (Scotland)
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Start date
Different dates available
Astronomy lectures are complemented by our observatory, planetarium and telescope facilities. We have close links with the Glasgow Science Centre, home to one of the UK’s best planetariums.
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About this course
Academic entry requirementsfor entry in 2017 BSc, MSci A-levels Standard academic entry requirements: AAB. Minimum academic entry requirements: BBB. Other mandatory requirements: Applicants require Mathematics and Physics at Grades A or B. Highers Standard academic entry requirements: S5 entry requirement = AAAA or AAABB. S6 entry requirement = AAAAAB (S6 entry...
Reviews
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Qualitative teaching and everything was simply amazing, I had a nice time and there were lots of opportunities. Social aspects were great and thanks for the same.
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For me the University experience was a bit hard, the best part was the staff at the university and all the societies which helped a lot in meeting new and different people. Lectures were interesting and up to date, facilities were quite good and social life was also great. They offer plenty of services and it's almost everything that you need.
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I feel totally at home here and captivated by the city and the examinations. I am a bit blown away, normally, doing such an extraordinary degree yet I want to be increasingly composed and make more opportunity
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Course rating
Recommended
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Subjects
- IT
- Astronomy
- International
- Astrophysics
Course programme
You will survey the observable universe on all scales: from planets through stars and galaxies to cosmology; and gain a basic understanding of the core theoretical and observational principles of modern astronomy. Typical topics include: dynamical and positional astronomy, observational astronomy, the solar system, the stars, compact objects, and galaxies and cosmology.
Year 2You will study key aspects of astronomy and astrophysics in greater depth and undergo further training in the use of optical and radio telescopes. Typical topics include: theoretical astrophysics, observational astrophysics, stars and their spectra, and relativity and cosmology.
You will also study other subjects in years 1 and 2: see Degrees in Arts, Life Sciences, Science and Social Sciences.
Years 3, 4 and 5If you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4) Astronomy can only be taken as a Joint Honours degree with either Physics or Mathematics. 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.
There is an opportunity to take an MSci degree, which explores astronomy topics in greater depth and includes an individually supervised project working at the cutting edge of international research.
Our international linksOur staff have strong international links across a wide range of research fields. Many of our staff play leading roles in major international research projects, such as the Large Hadron Collider at CERN and the worldwide collaboration searching for gravitational waves. You will have the opportunity to undertake part of your degree abroad.
Astronomy