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Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons) – 4 years including study year abroad
Bachelor's degree
In Bath ()
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Duration
4 Years
You’ll study physical systems under conditions that exceed anything we could conceivably create on Earth, such as extrasolar planets or the extreme end states of stellar evolution. You’ll also learn how to assemble evidence from astronomy to build theoretical models of the cosmos.
Topics covered include exoplanets, galaxies, cosmology, stars and stellar evolution, general relativity and high energy astrophysics.
About this course
Gain in-depth specialist knowledge of how to apply physics to understand the origins and evolution of the universe.
During the course, you'll learn about the fundamental physics describing the intertwining of space, time, matter and energy.
Our graduates go on to a diverse and interesting range of careers such as scientific research and development, engineering, telecommunications, banking, finance, meteorology, oil, gas and space exploration. Many of our graduates also choose to go on to postgraduate study in preparation for academic or industry-based research careers.
You will need a strong performance in both Mathematics and Physics as part of your entry qualifications.
We are aware that the context in which you are studying can have an impact on your ability to perform your best in exams and coursework, or limit which subjects or qualifications you are able to study at your school or college.
GCSE English grade C or 4 (or equivalent from English language category C).
Accredited by the Institute of Physics for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirements for a Chartered Physicist.
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Subjects
- Astrophysics
- Project
- GCSE Physics
- Properties
- Electric circuits
- Classical Mechanics
- Vibrations
- Waves
- Magnetism
- Electricity
Course programme
- Properties of matter
- Electric circuits
- Classical mechanics
- Vibrations, waves and optics
- Introduction to quantum physics
- Electricity and magnetism
- Relativity and astrophysics
- Mathematical methods for physics 1
- Experimental physics and computing 1
- Quantum and atomic physics
- Particles, nuclei and stars
- Thermal physics
- Electromagnetism 1
- Condensed matter physics 1
- Planets and exoplanets
- Mathematical methods for physics 2
- Experimental physics and computing 2
- Optional study year abroad
- Final year project or Industry team project or Communicating physics project
- General relativity
- Fluid dynamics in physics and astrophysics
- Stars and stellar evolution
- Galaxies and introduction to cosmology
- Plus optional units
You'll be able to choose from a number of optional units in year 4. Here are some examples of the units our students are currently studying.
- Laser physics
- Medical physics
- Superconductivity
- Networks
- Mathematical methods
- Magnetism
Learning
- Laboratory sessions
- Lectures
- Practical sessions
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Coursework
- Dissertation
- Essay
- Multiple choice examination
- Oral assessment
- Practical work
- Written examination
Additional information
Tuition fee for the academic year 2020/21 - £22,300
UK/EU application deadline - 15 January 2020
Overseas deadline - 15 January 2020
Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons) – 4 years including study year abroad