Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)

Postgraduate

In Preston

£ 9,250 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Preston

These courses combine elements of our Physics and Astrophysics degrees and are popular routes if you want to keep options open for further study. UCLan’s Physics with Astrophysics degree courses provide a comprehensive education in the subject, from quantum physics to the formation of the Universe. You will improve your mathematical skills, backed up by practical laboratory experience, and gain an in-depth knowledge of the laws of physics, and the stars and galaxies that make up the universe. You will become highly proficient at problem solving and solving challenges by thinking creatively. These, along with the practical skills gained through planning experiments, processing, analysing, and interpreting data, are skills which are useful for any career.  

Facilities

Location

Start date

Preston (Lancashire)
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University Of Central Lancashire, PR1 2HE

Start date

On request

About this course

Entry Requirements 2017/18 120 points at A2 including B in Physics & Maths (excluding General Studies)
BTEC considered with Maths & Physics A2
Pass Access To HE with 122 UCAS points
International Baccalaureate 30P
IELTS grade 6 with no subscore lower than 5.5
GCSE 5 at grade C inc Maths & English or equivalent. For changes to 2017 UCAS tariff...

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Subjects

  • GCSE Physics
  • Astrophysics
  • Mechanics
  • Quantum Physics

Course programme

Course at a Glance Year 1

Compulsory modules

  • Introduction to Physics
  • Introduction to Laboratory Physics (including the “Physics Challenge”)
  • Introduction to Astronomy
  • Introduction to Mechanics
  • Applied Physics and Linear Systems
  • Functions, Vectors, and Calculus

Year 2

Compulsory modules

  • Electromagnetism and Waves
  • Thermal and Quantum Physics
  • Astrophysics II
  • Laboratory Physics and Astrophysics
  • Ordinary Differential Equations

Optional modules

  • Scientific Computing
  • Vector Calculus
  • Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics

Year 3

Compulsory modules

  • Electrodynamics and Advanced Quantum Mechanics
  • Relativity and Cosmology
  • Laboratory Physics and Astrophysics
  • Project

Optional modules

  • Formation, Structure, and Evolution of Stars
  • Nuclear and Particle Physics
  • Condensed Matter (Solid State and Soft Matter)
  • Fluid Dynamics
  • Partial Differential Equations and Integral Transforms

Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)

£ 9,250 + VAT