BSc (Hons) Physics and Astrophysics (International Study)
University of Birmingham
Our Physics and Astrophysics (International Study) BSc programme is for those who are fascinated by astronomy, and are looking for an in-depth treatment that also gives a good grounding in physics. You will have access to excellent astronomy facilities during your degree, such as our special Astro laboratory which provides astronomical data from observatories around the world. We also have a purpose-built Observatory, which you could use during your project work. All of which make Birmingham a great place for studying Astrophysics. The emphasis during the year abroad is on developing ability in the foreign language and on understanding the cultural, historical and social aspects of the host country.
The combination of skills you acquire in physics and mathematics with fluency in a foreign language is attractive to potential employers. To undertake an exchange to a non-English speaking university, BSc you must hold a GCSE (grade B or above) an appropriate language. You are required to continue with language lessons during the first two years of your studies at the University of Birmingham. See the modules section for further details. There are many opportunities to undertake project work during your degree.
This will be as part of your lab work in the first two years, a project develops a wide range of skills including planning and report writing. Group studies in your final year is a major project which is undertaken in groups of 10-20 students. The task requires the group to work as a team and enables you to solve a problem of much greater magnitude than could be attempted by an individual. The team work skills learnt here are invaluable in success in a future career.
Key Information
Duration:4 Years
Address
University of Birmingham, Birmingham
Birmingham B15 2TT
United Kingdom
Level of study: Undergraduate
Entry criteria
| Type | Min/Max points | Description |
|---|---|---|
| International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | 32 | Our policy on the IB qualification is focused on attainment in the Higher Level subjects. Therefore, offers are based on three Higher Level grades with a minimum overall mark of 32. (Note that this excludes Liberal Arts and Natural Sciences). For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (e.g. 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band) and they are listed on our?International Entry Requirements page. |
| Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) | Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade. | |
| Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) | BTEC only considered when combined with other qualifications. | |
| Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate – Principal | Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section) | |
| A level | A*AA-AAAA | We welcome undergraduate applications from all candidates offering A level or equivalent overseas qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (e.g. 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band) and they are listed on our?International Entry Requirements page. |