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University degree

Astrophysics

University of Edinburgh · Edinburgh
Qualification
Degree
Length
5 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Astrophysics introduces you to the basics of physics and how this knowledge can be applied to the physics of astronomy. Recent discoveries have made it an increasingly popular study area. Astrophysics introduces you to the basics of physics and demonstrates how this knowledge can be applied to the physics of astronomy.

On this degree programme, we try to provide a unique and deep insight into the major scientific controversies of our time. Recently, there have been dramatic astronomical discoveries, and large amounts of data have been gathered. Therefore, this is a very exciting time to study astrophysics.

Compared to the BSc, our MPhys Astrophysics degree programme provides broader and deeper exposure to the concepts, methods and phenomena of physics. You will also gain experience of research work through an extended project. This provides a foundation for further research studies in physics.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
48-63 pts5%
112-127 pts5%
128-143 pts5%
144-159 pts5%
160-175 pts15%
176-191 pts5%
192-207 pts10%
208-223 pts15%
224-239 pts20%
240+ pts30%
How they qualified
95% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel95%
baccalaureate5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
85%
In professional / skilled jobs
100%
Continue past first year
69%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£30,500
After 15 months
£28,500
3 years on
£37,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
69%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching81%
Assessment & feedback60%
Academic support40%
Well organised73%
Learning resources80%
Student community78%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on University of Edinburgh's own site.
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