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Physics and Astrophysics

University of Birmingham

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Help solve the mysteries of the universe with BSc Physics and Astrophysics. Explore the world of astronomy and the essential concepts of physics.From entropy to observational astronomy mechanics, you’ll be immersed in scientific study, mathematics, computing and experimental work. Develop problem-solving, programming, teamwork and experimental skills ready for a range of exciting careers.You'll develop a broad understanding of the laws that make up the natural world. Learn about quantum mechanics, nuclear physics, the structure of the universe and the life and death of stars. You’ll benefit from using state-of-the-art study spaces, computing suites and a specialist Astro lab that provides astronomical data from observatories around the world.Our research spaces include our own particle accelerators, the MC40 cyclotron for charged particles and HF-ADNeF, the most intense accelerator driven neutron source worldwide, as well as labs used for the construction of the detectors and electronics in experiments at the Large Hadron Collider, CERN.As a Birmingham Physics graduate, you'll have a broad range of options for the future either working directly in a scientific environment or using transferable skills in different roles.

Tuition fees

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£ 27,180per year

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University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Physics & Astronomy

    5th out of 46 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    179 78%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    7th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.29 82%

    16th

    14

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