About the course

The BSc in Astrophysics allows you to embark on a guided exploration of the science of the Universe, from our solar system to black holes and from extrasolar planets to galaxy clusters. You will develop core physics, mathematics, and computational skills to allow you to model these systems and to analyse complicated data sets. Students will be able to use some of the telescopes at the University Observatory, which contains the largest operational optical telescope in the UK.

　　The degree is approximately half core physics and maths, and approximately half astrophysics. It gives you competencies that are useful in a wide range of careers in physics-based industry, in further study and research in astrophysics, in analysing 'big data', and more generally in areas such as finance and management. 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: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2025	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2026	St. Andrews

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of St Andrews

IELTS (Academic)-6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component. TOEFL (IBT)-92 overall with at least 20 in all components.

　　SQA Highers Standard entry grades: AAAA, including an A in both: Mathematics, Physics.

　　GCE A-Levels Standard entry grades: AAA, including an A in both: Mathematics, Physics.

　　IB points Standard entry grades: 38 (HL 6,6,6), including HL6 in both:Mathematics, Physics.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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