Astrophysics with Integrated Master's MSci
Keele University
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Astrophysics is a fundamental, curiosity-driven science with a huge diversity of ongoing research and a strong public interest. It spans an extraordinary range of scales, from meteorites burning up in Earths atmosphere, through the richness of the solar system, our sun and space weather, extrasolar planets, cataclysmic variables, X-ray binaries, to supernovae, gamma-ray bursts, gravitational waves, grand-design galaxies and the structure and age of our Universe. Our Astrophysics with Integrated ...Read more

Astrophysics is a fundamental, curiosity-driven science with a huge diversity of ongoing research and a strong public interest. It spans an extraordinary range of scales, from meteorites burning up in Earth's atmosphere, through the richness of the solar system, our sun and space weather, extrasolar planets, cataclysmic variables, X-ray binaries, to supernovae, gamma-ray bursts, gravitational waves, grand-design galaxies and the structure and age of our Universe.

Our Astrophysics with Integrated Master's programme combines a solid grounding in core physics concepts, graduate skills and attributes defined by the Institute of Physics (IoP) accreditation framework with exploration of frontier topics, informed by the interests of our world-class research teams, and the advanced research skills and experience to enhance your employability.

Modules for Astrophysics with Integrated Master's

Our courses are designed to develop the skills, experience and expertise you'll need to succeed in your chosen career, informed by the latest research and teaching methods, as well as student feedback and employer insights. The module details given below are representative of what we intend to deliver on the course.

Jobs that a graduate of this course could go on to do include:

  • Academic researcher
  • Communications engineer
  • Data scientist/analyst
  • Financial technology
  • NHS scientist
  • Nuclear physicist
  • Physics teacher
  • Radiation safety officer
  • Renewable energy
  • Software designer

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93/101
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38th
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61st
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Francesca
07 Nov 23

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Hilary
30 Oct 23

Keele is a lovely, friendly, supportive Uni, people smile and help. The undergraduate teaching is really good with everyone doing their best for you, it feels very supportive. It..Read more

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ABB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

128 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:30 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

T Level:

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ABB in three A Levels including B in Maths or Physics

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

128 UCAS points in an Access to HE Diploma with Maths related content, including Distinction in at least 30 Level 3 credits. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice on whether your chosen course would qualify.

655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Maths or Physics, OR 32 points including 5 in Higher Level Maths or Physics

DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Engineering

Distinction in any of the following T Levels:Engineering and Manufacturing

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07 Nov 23
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Keele is a lovely, friendly, supportive Uni, people smile and help. The undergraduate teaching is really good with everyone doing their best for you, it feels very supportive. It...
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Keele University
Keele University Keele ST5 5BG United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Longport  2.2 miles away

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