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Qualification
Master in Physics (with Honours) - MPhys (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
13-SEP-21
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Overview
Despite advances in physics, astrophysics and cosmology, we still have a limited grasp of the universe. With 95% of it existing in a form we still don’t understand, there’s plenty left for you to discover.
Join an international community looking for answers in this field on this MPhys (Hons) Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology integrated Master's degree course.
You’ll develop your understanding of the fundamental laws of physics and apply what you learn to the structure and behaviour of some of the largest and smallest elements of existence.
By the end of the course, you'll have a Master's level qualification. You'll be well placed to do further research or study in physics, astrophysics and cosmology or work in a variety of industries, from aerospace to finance.
What you'll experience
On this course you'll:
- Study alongside researchers from the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG)
- Use SCIAMA, the University’s supercomputer
- Access to Hampshire Astronomical Group facilities at Clanfield Observatory, which are equipped with various telescopes including a 24-inch reflector
- Go on visits to aerospace businesses like BAE Systems and Airbus Defence
- Access large datasets produced by international-level sky surveys, including the Sloan Digital Sky Survey
- Use advanced technical equipment with the help of expert technical staff, including x-ray diffraction, x-ray fluorescence, electron and atomic force microscopes, and various types of spectroscopy
- Develop the professional skills and standards you need as a practicing physicist, through a major research project in your final year
- Study at a university where physics research was ranked in the top 10 nationally for quality of research outputs in the latest Government-backed REF (Research Excellence Framework)
Careers and opportunities
When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service will help you find a job or identify further study and academic research opportunities.
What can you do with a Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology degree?
Previous students on this course have gone on to further study, research and employment in areas such as:
- cosmology
- astrophysics
- astronomy and theoretical physics
- space systems and aerospace industry
- education
- scientific journalism
- medical physics
- finance
- data analysis
After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.
Application deadline
15 January
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£ 17,600per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
- A level
- Scottish Advanced Higher
- UCAS Points
- Access to HE Diploma
- Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
- GCSE/National 4/National 5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
A level :
120-136 Tariff points to include Physics at grade B and Mathematics at grade B. For A levels which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application.
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