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MPhys Astrophysics (Foundation Entry)

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Youll gain an understanding of how to apply physics to the stars and galaxies which make up our universe, whilst developing skills in scientific methods. During your MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics course youll have access to specialist laboratory facilities for the study of nuclear physics, mechanics, optics, quantum physics, laser physics, spectroscopy, and astrophysics. And our Physics Teaching Laboratories have benefitted from an investment of over £40,000 in new equipment. Foundation Entry degree courses are ideal if you dont have the necessary formal qualifications to enter directly onto your chosen Honours degree program. Theyre a great stepping stone to a full degree.

General Eligibility

  • UCAS: 64 points including 32 from A Level or AS Level Maths and Physics

  • BTEC Extended Diploma: MMP only accepted alongside 32 points from A Level or AS Level Maths and Physics

  • Pass Access Course: 64 points including 15 credits at level 3 in each of maths and physics

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level subjects and Higher Level Maths and Physics

  • T Level: P (D or E) in Science or Engineering is accepted alongside GCSE Maths at grade A/7, AS Maths or alternative proof of Mathematical ability on a case-by-case basis, or T Level: P (D or E) in any subject is accepted alongside 32 UCAS points from A Level or AS Level Maths and Physics

  • IELTS: grade 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5

  • GCSEs: 5 at Grade C/4

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 0 (Foundation)

  • Foundations of Applied Physics

  • Motion, Forces and Force Fields

  • The Road to Quantum Mechanics

  • Pure Mathematics and Statistics

  • Mathematical Methods

2 Year 1

  • Astrophysics 1 - The Structure of the Universe

  • Electromagnetic Radiation and Quantum Theory

  • Mechanics

  • Applied Physics and Linear Systems

  • Practical Physics 1 - Programming and Experimental Physics

  • Functions, Vectors and Calculus

3 Year 2

  • Astrophysics 2

  • Electromagnetism and Waves

  • Thermal and Quantum Physics

  • Special Relativity and Solid State Physics

  • Practical Physics 2 - Computing and Experimental Physics

  • Ordinary Differential Equations

4 Year 3

Compulsory modules:

  • Formation, Structure and Evolution of Stars

  • Cosmology and Galaxies

  • Practical Physics 3 – Experimental Physics and Problem Solving

Optional modules:

  • Nuclear and Particle Physics

  • Atomic Physics and Advanced Quantum Mechanics

  • Electrodynamics, Plasma and Solar Physics

  • Physics/Astronomy Project

  • Partial Differential Equations and Integral Transforms

5 Year 4

Compulsory modules:

  • Galaxies 2

  • Planet Formation

  • MPhys (Hons) Project

Optional modules:

  • Plasma and Solar Physics 2

  • General Relativity

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
IELTS: Grade 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5

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