MPhys Physics with Astrophysics With Professional Placement
University of Exeter
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Master in Physics (with Honours) - MPhys (Hons)

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Streatham Campus

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5 Years

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Master in Physics (with Honours) - MPhys (Hons)

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Streatham Campus

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SEP-26

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5 Years

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Master in Physics (with Honours) - MPhys (Hons)

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Streatham Campus

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5 Years

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OverviewOur Physics with Astrophysics programmes focus on the core of mainstream physics, but also provide a balanced understanding of modern observational and theoretical astrophysics, from planets and stars to galaxies and cosmologyThe PhD-style MPhys research projects are often based on data from world-class ground and space-based facilities and state-of-the-art computational codes for theoretical astrophysicsMPhys degrees take you further and give you a great opportunity to undertake ...Read more

Overview

  • Our Physics with Astrophysics programmes focus on the core of mainstream physics, but also provide a balanced understanding of modern observational and theoretical astrophysics, from planets and stars to galaxies and cosmology
  • The PhD-style MPhys research projects are often based on data from world-class ground and space-based facilities and state-of-the-art computational codes for theoretical astrophysics
  • MPhys degrees take you further and give you a great opportunity to undertake research in our world-leading astrophysics group
  • Our continuous skills development programme, designed with industry partners, will enable you to craft a digital portfolio and CV to showcase your skills to potential employers.
  • Learn within a supportive community characterised by genuine student-staff relationships
  • Opportunity to join a close-knit student society with great social events throughout the year
  • Benefit from access to advanced research facilities.

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58/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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15th
CUG Ranking
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14th
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Daniel
13 Dec 24

Great facilities but can be complicated to access them. Staff are excellent and helpful is always available for anything...Read more

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Caitlin
07 Jan 24

The campus is lovely, it's easy to feel comfortable there. The lecturers are mostly welcoming and willing to help. There are a lot of wealthier people at the university,..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£30,900 per year

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£30,900 per year

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University of Exeter
Northcote House Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

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