Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)

Bachelor's degree

In Brighton

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Brighton

  • Duration

    3 Years

If you want to gain a broad understanding of physics while exploring astrophysics, this course is for you.
You’ll learn from experts working at the forefront of astrophysics, from exploring dark energy to the early universe. You study modules based on the latest research, from quantum mechanics to particle physics. You also explore astrophysics.

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 grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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Subjects

  • Mechanics
  • Astrophysics
  • GCSE Physics
  • Particle Physics
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Physics in Practice
  • Classical Physics
  • Oscillations
  • Laboratory
  • Electrodynamics
  • Scientific computing
  • NATS Holdings

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 already 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
Spring teaching
  • Extragalactic Astronomy
Options

Autumn teaching
  • Communicating STEM
Autumn and spring teaching
  • BSc Final Year Project
Spring teaching
  • Advanced Condensed State Physics
  • Lasers and Photonics
  • Particle Physics
  • Physics Methods in Finance
  • Quantum Mechanics 2
  • Researching STEM

Additional information

International students Fee :  £20,750 per year

Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)

£ 9,250 VAT inc.