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Physics with Astronomy - MPhys

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    Master of Physics - MPhys

  • Location

    Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

This MPhys Physics with Astronomy degree covers all aspects of astronomy over 4 years. It will prepare you for a range of careers in physics or fuel a life-long passion for the subject if you choose a different profession. As well as investigating awe-inspiring astronomical events, you’ll study advanced physics. You’ll be taught by academics directly involved in world-leading research. You’ll study in our labs and clean rooms and use our on-site rooftop observatory, equipped with 2 high-spec telescopes and CCD detectors for astronomy imaging. There will also be a chance to spend a week using research-grade telescopes at an observatory in Tenerife. You’ll develop an in-depth understanding of- the make-up, dynamics and environment of galaxies,white dwarfs, black holes and neutron stars,how radiation is produced and detected in a cosmic setting,the space environment and space weather,concepts of modern cosmology, including dark matter.

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£ 29,400per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Physics & Astronomy

    23rd out of 48 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    160 72%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    24th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    32nd

    13

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