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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    College Lane - Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

You’ll develop a thorough grounding in fundamental physics while exploring cutting edge topics about the Universe, its constituents and structure, and humanity’s place within it. You’ll be trained in observational astrophysics and in the use of theory by carrying out a major research project supervised by a leading expert. Throughout the course, you’ll develop specialised skills in physics research enquiry and problem-solving, critical thinking, scientific writing, communication and presentation, and programming and software application.You’ll develop key skills and knowledge in advanced physics, data analysis techniques, and software development, while exploring cutting edge topics in a fast-moving international research field. Your in-depth, specialist physics understanding, and range of technical and mathematical skills mean you’ll be well placed for a career in industrial or scientific research and in a range of STEM areas.

Tuition fees

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£ 17,950per year

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University information

University of Hertfordshire

  • University League Table

    82nd

  • Campus address

    University of Hertfordshire, College Lane, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9AB, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    46th out of 48

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    113 51%

    43rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    48th

    4
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    n/a

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