BSc Physics and Astrophysics

at University of Birmingham

• Wide range of leading research leading to various optional modules and projects.
• Weekly tutorials in the first two years with a low student-to-staff ratio.
• Open-door policy with lecturers and regular meetings between elected student representatives and staff for swift issue resolution.
• Identical BSc and MSci programmes for the first two years, allowing flexibility in decision-making.

Modules:  

• Classical Mechanics and Relativity 1 - 10 credits
• Classical Mechanics and Relativity 2 - 10 credits
• Electromagnetism and Temperature and Matter - 20 credits
• Introduction to Astrophysics - 10 credits
• Introduction to Probability and Statistics - 10 credits
• Mathematics for Physicists 1A - 10 credits
• Mathematics for Physicists 1B - 10 credits
• Physics and Communication Skills 1 - 10 credits
• Physics Laboratory 1A - 10 credits
• Physics Laboratory 1B - 10 credits
• Quantum Mechanics and Optics and Waves - 10 credits

Important Dates

The programme begins in September 2024. It's recommended that prospective students start their application early to ensure they have time to meet any prerequisites, such as English proficiency exams (IELTS or TOEFL). Starting preparations about a year in advance and submitting applications around six months before the programme starts is advisable.

Holders of the Indian Standard XII will be considered for entry to the first year of our undergraduate degree programmes.

• A*AA = 90% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 85% West Bengal or 95% Other State boards
• AAA = 85% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 80% West Bengal or 90% Other State boards
• AAB = 80% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 75% West Bengal or 85% Other State boards
• ABB/BBB = 75% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra and West Bengal or 80% Other State boards

Holders of the Indian Standard XII will be considered for entry to the first year of our undergraduate degree programmes.

• A* = 90% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 85% West Bengal or 95% Other State boards
• A = 85% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 80% West Bengal or 90% Other State boards
• B = 80% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra and 75% West Bengal or 85% Other State boards

International Tuition Fees:

£24470 per year

Upon graduating with a degree in Physics, a myriad of career paths awaits. You have the option to directly apply your physics expertise in scientific domains, or leverage your problem-solving and computational skills in prominent roles within finance and information technology sectors.