Foundation YearFull-time

BSc Astrophysics

Level
Foundation Year
Duration
4 years
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Physics
Location
United Kingdom

Overview

The Aberystwyth Astrophysics degree scheme is designed for students who have a general interest in astronomy, who may not want to confine themselves to one particular area. It offers broader modules in cosmology and galactic astronomy, enabling you to keep your options open. You can then specialise later on should you develop an interest in a specific field. Why study Astrophysics at Aberystwyth? Our Physics courses are accredited by the Institute of Physics (IoP), a leading scientific society which engages with policymakers and the general public to advance physics education, research and application, giving you a head start when you enter the competitive jobs market. Physics has been taught at Aberystwyth since the foundation of the university in 1872, making it the first university in Wales to teach the subject. Despite our heritage we continue to innovate to ensure that the degree schemes we offer enable you get the best Physics degree you possibly can. Our lecturers are also researchers working at the cutting edge of their respective fields, so you can be confident that your learning experience will be informed by the latest specialist knowledge along with advanced instrumentation, modelling and techniques. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework (2014) assessment the university was placed in the top 50 institutions for research power and intensity. It submitted 77% of eligible staff and 95% of the university's research was of an internationally recognised standard. The Department offers a number of modules through the medium of Welsh. Further details are available from the Department. Department of Physics Lecturers are all qualified to PhD level and have a track record of research in their fields of specialisation.

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff points48 UCAS points
GCSEC/4 · Subjects: English

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component

Fees

International students: £21,875 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

International: £21,875 per year

Start dates

September

Application deadline

UCAS equal-consideration deadline

Campus

  • Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
East MidlandsEast of EnglandLondonNorth EastNorth WestNorthern IrelandScotlandSouth EastSouth WestWalesWest MidlandsYorkshire and the HumberAberystwyth University

Where you will study

Ceredigion, Wales, United Kingdom

Study in CeredigionWales

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