MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics with Space Sciences
Course Overview
This astrophysics degree offers a rigorous foundation in core physics principles combined with specialized, hands-on training in space science and technology. The program leverages the university's significant research strengths and industrial partnerships to provide a unique, practical learning experience. Students gain direct access to the Bayfordbury Observatory and have the option to enhance their studies with a placement or study abroad year.
Key Program Highlights
- Full Institute of Physics (IOP) accredited core curriculum
- Specialized modules in rocketry, orbital mechanics, and spacecraft systems
- Hands-on access to the professional Bayfordbury Observatory
- Research-led teaching in astronomy, remote sensing, and instrumentation
- Optional industrial placement or study abroad year for real-world experience
Course Overview
This astrophysics degree offers a rigorous foundation in core physics principles combined with specialized, hands-on training in space science and technology. The program leverages the university's significant research strengths and industrial partnerships to provide a unique, practical learning experience. Students gain direct access to the Bayfordbury Observatory and have the option to enhance their studies with a placement or study abroad year.
Key Program Highlights
- Full Institute of Physics (IOP) accredited core curriculum
- Specialized modules in rocketry, orbital mechanics, and spacecraft systems
- Hands-on access to the professional Bayfordbury Observatory
- Research-led teaching in astronomy, remote sensing, and instrumentation
- Optional industrial placement or study abroad year for real-world experience
Requirements
Modules
- Special Relativity and Quantum Physics
- Experimental Physics
- Small Group Tutorial (Level 4)
- Mathematical Methods
- Applications of Calculus
- Computational Modelling
- The Physical Universe
- Electromagnetism
- Optics and Lasers
- Thermodynamics
- Small Group Tutorial (Level 5)
- Physics of the Solar System
- Extra-Solar Planets
- Space Science and Systems
- Multivariable Calculus
- Quantum Mechanics
- Career Planning and Development
- Rocket Performance and Propulsion
- Condensed States of Matter
- The Physics of Elementary Particles
- Star Formation and Evolution
- Space Science and Astrophysics Project and Investigative Skills
- Space Dynamics
- Satellite Communications
- Computational Physics
- Further Numerical Methods
- Nonlinear Systems
- Foundations of Cosmology
- The Physics of Astronomical Spectra
- The Early Universe and Galaxy Formation
- Lagrangian Dynamics
- Space Systems
- Astrophysics Research Project
- Statistics and Analysis
- CFD Techniques
- Aerospace Aerodynamics
- Galaxy Structure and Evolution
- Nature of the Climate System
- High Energy Astrophysics
