MSci Physics with Astrophysics 48 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Bristol |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 148QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

30,400 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

30 Jun, 2025Application Deadline

Programme overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

MSci

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Join a University ranked in the UK top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.
Our course provides a thorough grounding in physics, with astrophysics as a key component. This course is led by an internationally renowned astrophysics research group and covers a broad range of contemporary astrophysics topics alongside the same core physics subjects as our BSc Physics degree.

In years one and two, you will be introduced to key concepts in astrophysics and cosmology alongside the same core of physics as our Physics degrees. In your third year, you will progress to more advanced topics such as galaxies and high-energy astrophysics.

In your third year, you will undertake a major project or dissertation with a member of the astrophysics research group. Our research specialisms currently include:
  • galaxy cluster astrophysics
  • galaxy evolution
  • black holes and active galaxies
  • the formation and atmospheres of extrasolar planets.


In addition to developing the broad skills expected of a physicist (including problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills), you will also gain the skills needed for astronomical observations and theoretical modelling. These may be used to analyse data from international ground- and space-based observatories.

Join our friendly department with a very active, award-winning student society. Our physics graduates have an excellent record of employment post-study. This is a testament to the value that employers place on the skills you will develop on this course.

Think Big bursaries of £3,000 are available to support first-year international undergraduate students in this subject area.

Accreditations

Our Physics with Astrophysics BSc is approved by major professional bodies in the UK (IOP) so as a graduate you can gain exemptions from a number of their examinations or credits for prior learning.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

MSci

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Join a University ranked in the UK top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.
Our course provides a thorough grounding in physics, with astrophysics as a key component. This course is led by an internationally renowned astrophysics research group and covers a broad range of contemporary astrophysics topics alongside the same core physics subjects as our BSc Physics degree.

In years one and two, you will be introduced to key concepts in astrophysics and cosmology alongside the same core of physics as our Physics degrees. In your third year, you will progress to more advanced topics such as galaxies and high-energy astrophysics.

In your third year, you will undertake a major project or dissertation with a member of the astrophysics research group. Our research specialisms currently include:
  • galaxy cluster astrophysics
  • galaxy evolution
  • black holes and active galaxies
  • the formation and atmospheres of extrasolar planets.


In addition to developing the broad skills expected of a physicist (including problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills), you will also gain the skills needed for astronomical observations and theoretical modelling. These may be used to analyse data from international ground- and space-based observatories.

Join our friendly department with a very active, award-winning student society. Our physics graduates have an excellent record of employment post-study. This is a testament to the value that employers place on the skills you will develop on this course.

Think Big bursaries of £3,000 are available to support first-year international undergraduate students in this subject area.

Accreditations

Our Physics with Astrophysics BSc is approved by major professional bodies in the UK (IOP) so as a graduate you can gain exemptions from a number of their examinations or credits for prior learning.

Admission Requirements

85+
6.5+
67+
38+

30 Jun 2025
4 Years
Sep

Domestic
9,250 GBP
International
30,400 GBP

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