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University degree
Physics with Astrophysics
University Academy 92 Limited
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Robin · your guide
Here's the honest picture on this course - what you'd study, whether you'd likely get in, what it pays, and where it leads. Everything's real data.
About this course
Would you like to be at the forefront of scientific discovery? Astrophysicists look to the skies to learn more about our universe. You’ll see inside world-leading investigations in astrophysics, cosmology, and space and planetary science; learn about preparations for upcoming satellites and missions as well as using data from current spacecraft and facilities like the Hubble Space Telescope, the Juno spacecraft, and the James Webb Space Telescope.
Get hands-on tackling genuine scientific work informed by research-led teaching, setting you up for your future career.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
112-127 pts5%
128-143 pts15%
144-159 pts35%
176-191 pts20%
192-207 pts5%
208-223 pts5%
How they qualified
100% got in with A-levels.
A-levels100%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
92%
In work or further study after
94%
Continue past first year
93%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£29,500
3 years on
£37,000
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Administrative occupations5%
Natural and social science professionalsHighly skilled20%
Information Technology ProfessionalsHighly skilled20%
Engineering professionalsHighly skilled15%
Business, Research and Administrative ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
Business and public service associate professionalsHighly skilled5%
Finance ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled5%
What students say National Student Survey
93%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching93%
Assessment & feedback89%
Academic support91%
Well organised94%
Learning resources95%
Student community95%
In students' own words
★★★★☆
Mixed but mostly good
There's a lot to love, but it's not without its flaws. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city — good transport links make it easy to visit other UK c…
Class of 2023 · Full-time
★★★★☆
Highly recommend
Honestly, one of the best decisions I've made. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, admin can be slow to respond, especially at start of term. On the city — good transport…
Postgraduate · Part-time
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Where this degree can lead
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