Physics with Astrophysics MPhys
Newcastle University
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Course overviewOur four-year Physics with Astrophysics degree provides a deep understanding of physics and a thorough grounding in advanced mathematics. Youll apply physics, mathematics and computation to understand the origin and evolution of the universe. Hands-on experience in our high-spec facilities is embedded throughout the degree and will develop your practical skills for a wide range of physical science careers.Guided by our world-leading academics, youll study a broad range of cutting ...Read more

Course overview

Our four-year Physics with Astrophysics degree provides a deep understanding of physics and a thorough grounding in advanced mathematics. You'll apply physics, mathematics and computation to understand the origin and evolution of the universe.

Hands-on experience in our high-spec facilities is embedded throughout the degree and will develop your practical skills for a wide range of physical science careers.

Guided by our world-leading academics, you'll study a broad range of cutting edge physics modules in the first two years. Your third year will allow you to specialise in astrophysics by selecting modules such as relativity and cosmology, stellar structure and evolution and interstellar medium.

Your final year includes advanced research-driven modules covering galaxies, astronomical fluids and general relativity.

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Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl initiative.

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19th
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30th
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A level

A level:

AAB - A*BB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAABB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:45,M:0,P:0 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,D3,M2 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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

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

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

AAB or A*BB including Mathematics and Physics, and excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking OR ABB or A*BC with at least grade B in Mathematics and Physics if the third A level is from: Further Maths, Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, Geography, History and Modern/Classical Languages or grade 2 in any STEP paper. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element.

AAABB with AB at Advanced Higher including Mathematics. Physics is preferred at Advanced Higher, but we are willing to consider applications from candidates offering Higher Physics alongside Advanced Highers in Mathematics and one of Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Design and Manufacture, Engineering Science or Mathematics of Mechanics, on a case-by-case basis.Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.

45 level 3 credits at distinction including Mathematical Studies and Physics. A Newcastle University Mathematics and Statistics pre-entry course may also be required.

including Mathematics and Physics.

With Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and Physics at Higher Level grade 6.

Candidates will be considered on an individual basis.

Candidates will be considered on an individual basis.

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9,250 per year

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28,700 per year

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28,700 per year

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