Undergraduate

MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics

University of HertfordshireUnited Kingdom
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
Full Time, 4 Years; Part Time, 8 Years; Sandwich, 5 Years
Subject
Physics
Location
United Kingdom

Overview

2nd in the East of England for physics and astronomy (Complete University Guide, 2024) One of the best equipped teaching observatories in the UK New modules cover machine learning and cutting-edge research on stars and extra-solar planets On our MPhys Astrophysics degree, you will study astrophysics to a greater depth and breadth than our BSc programme. An MPhys is particularly recommended for those interested in pursuing research in the industrial, government and academic sectors, and who are likely to consider undertaking further postgraduate study (MSc and/or PhD degrees). The MPhys programme allows students to study astrophysics to a greater depth and breadth than our BSc programme. There is a broader range of options in the third year and in the final MPhys year you will study more ad

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff points72–168 UCAS points
Access to HE Diplomawith 60 credits overall, 45 of these credits must be at Level 3
GCSE4 or above · Subjects: English, Mathematics, English Language

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

Fees

International students: £17,450

UK students: £9,790

UK/Home: £9,790

International: £17,450

Start dates

September

Application deadline

equal consideration; 30 June 2026 (late applications); Clearing from 2 July 2026

Campus

  • University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, United Kingdom
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Where you will study

Welwyn Hatfield, East of England, United Kingdom

Study in Welwyn HatfieldEast of England

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