About the course

Physics reaches from the quark out to the largest of galaxies, and encompasses all the matter and timescales within these extremes, while Astrophysics emphasises the underlying physical concepts of the stars and galaxies, which make up the Universe.

　　Overview

　　This course provides an understanding of the physical nature of bodies and processes in space, and the instruments and techniques used in modern astronomical research.

　　Our focus is on helping you follow your passion as well as giving you the best possible start to your future. You will gain a wide range of skills that will open up career pathways in the growing space industry, finance, manufacturing and technology.

　　In your first year, you get to grips with the broad knowledge base on which physical science is built, including electricity and light, mathematics, mechanics, thermodynamics and matter. You also develop your experimental, computational, statistical and analytical skills.

　　Your second and third years include a broad range of modules such as quantum mechanics, solid state, atomic, nuclear and particle physics, electromagnetism and optics, and mathematical techniques as well as the mulitwavelength universe exoplanets and stars, galaxies and the universe. 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: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£65,700

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

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Kent

A level - BBB including Mathematics and Physics at BB (Use of Mathematics not accepted), including the practical endorsement of any science qualifications taken

　　International Baccalaureate - 34 points or 15 at HL including Physics and Mathematics 5 at HL or 6 at SL (not Mathematics Studies)

　　IELTS - 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in R&W, 5.5 in S&L) TOEFL iBT - 90 overall (with a minimum of 22 in R, 21 in W, 17 in L, 20 in S

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　The next application deadline is 31 July 2024

Further information

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

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