Astrophysics MPhys

Master

In Brighton

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Brighton

  • Duration

    4 Years

If you want to apply your Physics skills to understanding the universe, this is the course for you.
You learn from experts working at the forefront of Astrophysics, from exploring dark energy to starburst galaxies. You have access to state-of-the-art equipment including a reflecting telescope and one with a CCD camera.
And your integrated Masters year means you develop advanced Astrophysics skills.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Brighton (East Sussex)
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Sussex House, BN1 9RH

Start date

On request

About this course

Recent Physics and Astronomy graduates have started their careers as:
data analyst, Blue Frontier
physics teacher, Ardingly College
cybersecurity consultant, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).

You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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Subjects

  • Teaching
  • Mechanics
  • Astrophysics
  • GCSE Physics
  • Particle Physics
  • Methods for Physics
  • Mathematical Concepts
  • Classical Physics
  • Oscillations
  • Electrodynamics
  • Scientific computing

Course programme

Year 1 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Introduction to Astrophysics
  • Mathematical Methods for Physics 1
  • Physics in Practice
Spring teaching
  • Classical Physics
  • Mathematical Methods for Physics 2
  • Oscillations, Waves and Optics
  • Physics Year 1 Laboratory
Year 2 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Electrodynamics
  • Mathematical Methods for Physics 3
  • Physics Year 2 Laboratory
  • Scientific Computing
Spring teaching
  • Quantum Mechanics 1
  • Skills in Physics 2
  • Stars & Planets
  • Thermal and Statistical Physics
Study abroad or Placement

Study abroad (optional)

Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career.

Placement (optional)

Spending a year or term with a company is a great way to network and gain practical skills. When you leave Sussex, you'll benefit from having the experience employers are looking for.

Recent Mathematical and Physical Sciences students have gone on placements at:

  • Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd
  • NATS Holdings
  • HEFCE.
Year 3 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Atomic Physics
  • Condensed State Physics
  • Nuclear and Particle Physics
Autumn and spring teaching
  • Advanced Physics Laboratory
Spring teaching
  • Extragalactic Astronomy
  • Quantum Mechanics 2
Options

Spring teaching
  • Advanced Condensed State Physics
  • Lasers and Photonics
  • Particle Physics
  • Physics Methods in Finance
  • Researching STEM
Year 4 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Introduction to Cosmology
Autumn and spring teaching
  • MPhys Final Year Project
Options

Autumn teaching
  • Atom Light Interactions
  • Data Analysis Techniques
  • Further Quantum Mechanics
  • General Relativity
  • Programming in C++
  • Quantum Field Theory 1
  • Quantum Optics and Quantum Information
  • Stellar & Galactic Astrophysics
Spring teaching
  • Astrophysical Processes
  • Early Universe
  • Electrons, Cold Atoms & Quantum Circuits
  • Experimental Quantum Technologies and Foundations
  • Introduction to Nano-materials and Nano-characterisation
  • Monte Carlo Simulations
  • Particle Physics Detector Technology

Additional information

International students Fee :  £20,750 per year

Astrophysics MPhys

£ 9,250 VAT inc.