Astrophysics degrees in South East England

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University of Kent

7 astrophysics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 44th
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It does gave students a broader knowledge on psychology and skills to prepare for Phd and Doctorate. However, i still don’t understand why we are studying statistics at high level where exams are strict based and explanations does not try to relate it to the field of psychology!

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Stage 1
  • PHYS3040 - Introduction to Astronomy and Light
  • PHYS3110 - Mathematics I
  • PHYS3120 - Mathematics II
  • PHYS3210 - Mechanics and Relativity
  • PHYS3220 - Waves and Fields
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Stage 1
  • PHYS3040 - Introduction to Astronomy and Light
  • PHYS3110 - Mathematics I
  • PHYS3120 - Mathematics II
  • PHYS3210 - Mechanics and Relativity
  • PHYS3220 - Waves and Fields
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University of Sussex

3 astrophysics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 38th
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WUSCA ranking: 39th
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The best part of my university experience has been the learning environment and independence. I’ve had access to good facilities, knowledgeable tutors, and projects that push me to think critically and work in a more professional way, especially through practical and design-based assignments. University has also helped me develop discipline, self-management, and confidence in my own ideas. Being surrounded by people from different backgrounds has broadened how I think, both academically and personally.

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University of Portsmouth

2 astrophysics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 26th
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WUSCA ranking: 84th
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i love the facilities at this uni, the library and the teaching is great. there are many places for all types of students ,quiet or not, to go and the nightlife in the city is prety decent. it is quite affordable compared to other universitys close by. the societies are fantastic aswell. the university could improve on certain teaching aspects in the first year to ease us into how very independant it all is

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Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology
calculator icon 112-120 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Introduction to Computational Physics
  • Introduction to Laboratory and Field Physics
  • Introduction to Mathematical Physics 1
  • Introduction to Mathematical Physics 2
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Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology - MPhys (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Introduction to Computational Physics
  • Introduction to Laboratory and Field Physics
  • Introduction to Mathematical Physics 1
  • Introduction to Mathematical Physics 2
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Royal Holloway, University of London

2 astrophysics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 25th
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I find the location, community and campus feel very peaceful and relaxing, and the education provided is good quality and varied. There could be more support for students who struggle to fit in with the student body, e.g., more help and encouragement to join societies or opportunities to socialise with peers.

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Astrophysics - MSci (Hons)
calculator icon 136-168 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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Year 1
  • Academic Integrity
  • Classical Matter
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Fields and Waves
  • Mathematics for Scientists 1
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Astrophysics
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Year 1
  • Academic Integrity
  • Classical Matter
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Fields and Waves
  • Mathematics for Scientists 1
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University of Surrey

5 astrophysics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 27th
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WUSCA ranking: 36th
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Best thing is the fantastic 24/7 library that's not just resourceful but also incredibly welcoming with even overnight snacks there for those who spend their time at the library at night! I wish the university had more student accommodation on offer for the international students.

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Year 1
  • Atoms and Quanta
  • Essential Mathematics
  • Fundamentals of Physics
  • Mathematical and Computational Physics
  • Oscillations and Waves
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  • Atoms and Quanta
  • Essential Mathematics
  • Fundamentals of Physics
  • Mathematical and Computational Physics
  • Oscillations and Waves
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University of Southampton

1 astrophysics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 23rd
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WUSCA ranking: 64th
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The best aspects are that the teachers are helpful and experienced and so it helps with learning, however there could be more help with exam resources such as more practice questions for the exam to get the most support

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UCL (University College London)

2 astrophysics courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 17th
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I love all the student deals. However, I feel like many of the student activity processes could be streamlined as it seems so overwhelming as a foreigner/first-year. Like, having to book a ticket, but then still waiting in line or an event being overbooked via ticketing that people are dissuaded to come. Then, when the event takes place, the ticket holders don’t even come.

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Astrophysics
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Year 1
  • PHAS0002 Mathematical Methods I (Level 4)
  • PHAS0003 Practical Skills 1A (Astronomy) (Level 4)
  • PHAS0004 Atoms, Stars and the Universe (Level 4)
  • PHAS0005 Waves, Optics and Acoustics (Level 4)
  • PHAS0006 Thermal Physics and the Properties of Matter (Level 4)
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Astrophysics - MSci (Hons)
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  • PHAS0002 Mathematical Methods I (Level 4)
  • PHAS0003 Practical Skills 1A (Astronomy) (Level 4)
  • PHAS0004 Atoms, Stars and the Universe (Level 4)
  • PHAS0005 Waves, Optics and Acoustics (Level 4)
  • PHAS0006 Thermal Physics and the Properties of Matter (level 4)
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King's College London, University of London

2 astrophysics courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 32nd
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The location in central London not far from where the UKs decisions are made is amazing. The library has most of the resources I need and if you can’t find something the library staff will happily try and make it available. The thing where the uni lets us down the most is admin.

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Year 1
  • Classical Physics
  • Introduction to Astrophysics
  • Introduction to Modern Physics
  • Mathematics & Computation for Physics
  • Physics Skills & Techniques
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