BSc (Hons) Physics with Astrophysics
University of York
Astrophysicists look to the skies to discover more about the nature of our Universe.
From the nuclear reactions that power our sun to the mysteries of dark matter, you’ll study the great challenges of cosmology in topics aligned with our active research.
To explore the cosmos, you’ll need grounding in many disciplines of physics, from optics to electromagnetism, quantum physics to classical mechanics. You’ll gain foundational understanding of fundamental physics, scientific principles and methods. You’ll learn key skills for analysing real-life problems, write scientific reports to industry standards, communicate complex concepts, and solve mind-bending astronomical puzzles.
Accreditation
Our Physics courses are accredited by the Institute of Physics (iop.org), guaranteeing the standard of our teaching and learning. Completing this degree will put you on track to becoming a Chartered Physicist.
Teaching format
Much of your teaching will be in the form of lectures based on our cutting-edge research. You will regularly join other students for small group discussions of course material with a tutor. Discussions often range beyond the immediate subject matter to wider implications and issues.
You’ll have regular meetings with a personal academic supervisor, who will guide your studies and keep an eye on your academic progress and general welfare.
Assessment and feedback
Most of your assessment will be by formal examination. You’ll also be marked on regular problem exercises and laboratory work, coursework and formal report writing. We balance various types of assessment to develop and test your different strengths:
- Examinations
- Extended assignments
- Weekly practice questions
- Formal reports
- Practical laboratory work
- Presentations
- Practical research methods
Career opportunities
Our graduates are working as:
- accelerator physicist
- engineer
- scientist
- financial coordinator
- IT analyst and consultant
- teacher
- electrical engineer
- environmental modeller
- accountant
Key Information
Duration:3 Years
Address
University of York, York
York YO10 5DD
United Kingdom
Entry criteria
| Type | Min/Max points | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A level | AAB | A level: AAB including A in both Physics and Mathematics. This must include a pass in all practical components (where offered).. Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like IELTS: 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component. TOEFL: 87 overall, with a minimum of 21 in each component. |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | 35 | IB: 35 points overall, including 6 in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and Physics at Higher Level. Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like IELTS: 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component. TOEFL: 87 overall, with a minimum of 21 in each component. |