About the course

Couple your passion for stars and galaxies with an understanding of the fundamentals of all matter, by combining a focus on Astrophysics with the wider perspective of Physics. This course brings together aspects of two of our degrees to offer a programme that’s full of possibilities. It covers a comprehensive range of topics, from quantum physics to the structure of the universe. As such, you’ll gain an in-depth knowledge of the laws of physics, and of the stars and galaxies, together with mathematical skills and practical laboratory experience. It’s a popular route if you want to keep your options open, as it not only provides a solid base you can build on with further study, but also comes with the chance to switch your focus to one of our other physics-based courses. You could even take the sandwich year option, by adding a year’s study abroad or working on a placement as part of your degree. On completing our BSc qualification after three years of study you can opt to study for an additional year to achieve our MPhys degree. By the time you graduate, you should be a proven problem solver ready to take on challenges with creative thinking. With this ability – coupled with the practical skills you’ll develop by planning experiments, and processing, analysing and interpreting data – you’ll be ready to pursue a range of exciting careers.

　　Our sandwich degrees offer the perfect blend of academic study and practical work experience, allowing you to build confidence in the workplace and graduate work-ready from your degree programme.

　　Our previous graduates have found their sandwich year particularly beneficial as it has allowed them to gain practical, hands-on experience within their chosen career and the opportunity to learn directly from professionals based out in industry. It is not uncommon for sandwich year programmes to also open up future work opportunities in similar fields or professions for our graduates. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 5 Year(s)Fees: GB£74,500

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Preston
Autumn (September), 2025	Preston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Central Lancashire

Our typical offer is 128 UCAS Points including at least one grade A and a grade B in A-level Maths and Physics. We operate a flexible admissions policy and treat everyone as an individual. This means that we will take into consideration your educational achievements and predicted grades (where applicable) together with your application as a whole, including work experience and personal statement.

　　Pass Access Course: 128 UCAS Points including 15 level 3 credits at Distinction in Maths and Physics.International Baccalaureate:Pass Diploma with 128 UCAS points from Higher Level Subjects including HL6 and HL5 in Maths and Physics.IELTS: 6.0.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 86.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Central Lancashire. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking99th / 130

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