Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)
Northumbria University, Newcastle
If you find physics and mathematics intellectually stimulating and are captivated by the sun, solar system, and phenomena like dark matter and black holes, then studying Physics with Astrophysics at Northumbria University could significantly enhance your career as a physicist and astrophysicist. This program offers a mode of study that includes a 3-year full-time option or a 4-year option with a placement (sandwich) or study abroad.
The UK space sector is growing. Graduates in Physics with Astrophysics have never been more in demand, and at Northumbria you will be learning from the best, in world class learning environments with the aid of the best technology.
Research strengths of our staff include astro-particle physics and solar physics, as well as quantum devices, smart and nano materials, soft matter, chaos theory and dynamical systems. This breadth provides an opportunity.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Your future
From the first day of your Physics with Astrophysics degree to the last, you will be empowered to take responsibility for and develop your own learning. This experience will equip you with a valuable range of transferable skills from the analytical to the practical and interpersonal.
Our industry partners tell us they highly value the analytical skills of Northumbria Physics and Astrophysics students such as estimation, quantitative modelling and statistical analysis, and these skills can be deployed across a wide range of disciplines in addition to research, such as healthcare energy, electronics, and finance.
Whatever you decide to do, you will have a strong employability potential because of having acquired the characteristics of a Northumbria graduate. These include the ability to think creatively while at the same time applying rigorous structure to solve complex problems.
Key Information
Duration:3 Years
Level of study: Undergraduate
Entry criteria
| Type | Min/Max points | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A level | Students are required to have A level or equivalent will be considered. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (e.g., IELTS – normally a minimum overall grade of 6.0, with minimum component 5.5, except- Health Professional Courses 6.5, Midwifery BSc (Hons), Nursing Studies/Registered Nurse (adult) BSc (Hons) 7.0, Social Work BSc (Hons), Physiotherapy BSc (Hons), Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) 7.0, Dip HE Medical Science Year 1 (Pre-med Year) 6.5, Dip HE Medical Science Year 2 7.0, Law 6.5, Engineering Programmes 5.5) and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page. | |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | Students are required to have International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (e.g., IELTS – normally a minimum overall grade of 6.0, with minimum component 5.5, except- Health Professional Courses 6.5, Midwifery BSc (Hons), Nursing Studies/Registered Nurse (adult) BSc (Hons) 7.0, Social Work BSc (Hons), Physiotherapy BSc (Hons), Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) 7.0, Dip HE Medical Science Year 1 (Pre-med Year) 6.5, Dip HE Medical Science Year 2 7.0, Law 6.5, Engineering Programmes 5.5) and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page. |