Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics - MPhys

at University of Kent

Program structure

Stage 1

Compulsory modules currently include

• PHYS3040 - Introduction to Astronomy and Light (15 credits)

• PHYS3110 - Mathematics I (15 credits)

• PHYS3120 - Mathematics II (15 credits)

• PHYS3210 - Mechanics and Relativity (15 credits)

• PHYS3220 - Waves and Fields (15 credits)

• PHYS3230 - Thermodynamics and Matter (15 credits)

• PHYS3700 - Laboratory and Computing Skills for Physicists (30 credits)

• PHYS4001 - Physics Academic Advising and Skills Development I (1 credits)

Stage 2

Compulsory modules currently include

• PHYS5001 - Physics Academic Advising and Skills Development II (1 credits)

• PHYS5020 - Quantum Physics (15 credits)

• PHYS5030 - Atomic Physics (15 credits)

• PHYS5040 - Electromagnetism (15 credits)

• PHYS5070 - Observational Astronomy and Exoplanets (15 credits)

• PHYS5080 - Spacecraft Design and Operations (15 credits)

• PHYS5200 - Physics Laboratory (15 credits)

• PHYS5300 - Physics Group Project (15 credits)

• PHYS5880 - Mathematical Techniques for Physical Sciences (15 credits)

Stage 3

Compulsory modules currently include

• PHYS6001 - Physics Academic Advising and Skills Development III (1 credits)

• PHYS6040 - Relativity Optics and Maxwell's Equations (15 credits)

• PHYS6050 - Thermal and Statistical Physics (15 credits)

• PHYS6070 - Stars, Galaxies and the Universe (15 credits)

• PHYS6080 - The Sun, The Earth and Mars (15 credits)

• PHYS6110 - Numerical and Computational Methods (15 credits)

• PHYS6210 - Analytical Mechanics (15 credits)

• PHYS6660 - Nuclear and Particle Physics (15 credits)

• PSCI7000 - Physical Science Research Investigation (15 credits)

Stage 4

Compulsory modules currently include

• PHYS7000 - Physics Research Project (60 credits)

• PHYS7001 - Physics Academic Advising and Skills Development IV (1 credits)

• PHYS7090 - Space Astronomy and Solar System Science (15 credits)

• PHYS7110 - Rocketry and Human Spaceflight (15 credits)

• PHYS7120 - Cosmology and Interstellar Medium (15 credits)

• PHYS7770 - Advanced Quantum Mechanics (15 credits)

 Access to HE Diploma

The University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma candidates for consideration. A typical offer may require you to obtain a proportion of Level 3 credits in relevant subjects at merit grade or above.

 BTEC Nationals

The University will consider applicants holding/studying BTEC Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF; OCR) in a relevant science or engineering subject at 180 credits or more, on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us via the enquiries tab for further advice on your individual circumstances.

 International Baccalaureate

30 points overall or 14 at HL including HL Maths/Maths Method or HL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at 5 or SL Maths/Maths Methods at 6 (not Maths Studies/SL Maths: Applications & Interpretations).

 International Foundation Programme

N/A

 T level

The University will consider applicants holding T level qualifications in subjects closely aligned to the course.

• Home full-time£9250

• EU full-time£15900

• International full-time£21200

Graduate destinations

Kent Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics graduates have an excellent employment record with recent graduates going on to work for employers:

• Airbus

• The Met Office

• Defence Engineering and Science Group (MoD)

• BAE