Astrophysics MPhys

**About the course**If you want to apply your physics skills to understanding the universe, this is the course for you. You'll learn from experts working at the forefront of astrophysics, from exploring dark energy to starburst galaxies. You'll have access to state-of-the-art equipment, including a reflecting telescope and one with a CCD camera. You'll have opportunities to work alongside our world-leading faculty on ground-breaking discoveries, through your final year project and various research placement opportunities. Your integrated Masters year means you develop advanced astrophysics skills. You are also part of a welcoming and supportive community. You'll develop transferable skills, get dedicated careers and CV advice, and have opportunities to meet potential employers. The university’s lively physics society arranges visits to NASA and CERN, and we have newly-refurbished teaching labs and popular student spaces. Accreditation This course is accredited by the Institute of Physics.**Accreditation**This course is accredited by the Institute of Physics.**About Sussex**Sussex graduates change the world. Our students become the leaders of the future, making discoveries, improving lives and changing things for the better.Study with us to join a welcoming and inspiring community of staff and students from more than 140 countries.**Location**We shape the world from a fantastic campus on the UK’s beautiful south coast.We are the only UK university surrounded by a national park, so you can step off campus to explore the hills and woodlands of the South Downs. The vibrant, colourful and creative seaside city of Brighton & Hove is just nine minutes away.With Brighton voted the happiest city in England for students, (Student Living Survey, Sodexo, 2018) there can be few better places to study.