Astrophysics is a fundamental, curiosity-driven science with a huge diversity of ongoing research and a strong public interest. It spans an extraordinary range of scales, from meteorites burning up in Earth's atmosphere, through the richness of the solar system, our sun and space weather, extrasolar planets, cataclysmic variables, X-ray binaries, to supernovae, gamma-ray bursts, gravitational waves, grand-design galaxies and the structure and age of our Universe.
Our Astrophysics with Integrated Master's programme combines a solid grounding in core physics concepts, graduate skills and attributes defined by the Institute of Physics (IoP) accreditation framework with exploration of frontier topics, informed by the interests of our world-class research teams, and the advanced research skills and experience to enhance your employability.
Our courses are designed to develop the skills, experience and expertise you'll need to succeed in your chosen career, informed by the latest research and teaching methods, as well as student feedback and employer insights. The module details given below are representative of what we intend to deliver on the course.
Jobs that a graduate of this course could go on to do include:
September 2025
Keele University
Staffordshire,
Keele,
Staffordshire,
ST5 5BG, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
September 2025
Keele University
Staffordshire,
Keele,
Staffordshire,
ST5 5BG, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
A Level ABB in three A levels including B in Maths or in Physics, Contextual Offer - BBC in three A levels including B in Maths or in Physics. You will also need: 6 / B in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification
Access to HE Diploma - 128 UCAS points in Access to HE Diploma with Maths related content, including Distinction in at least 30 Level 3 credits.
BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma - Contextual Offer: DMM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Engineering.
BTEC National Diploma / Diploma - Distinction and Merit in any BTEC National Diploma / Diploma and B in Maths or Physics A Level.
BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma - Distinction in any BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and BB in two A Level including Maths or Physics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma - 655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Maths or Physics, or 32 points including 5 in Higher Level Maths or Physics. 554 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Maths (any) or Physics, or 30 points including 5 in Maths (any) or Physics.
For most students, this requirement can be met with a 4 or C in GCSE English. IELTS Academic and IELTS Indicator 6.0 with 5.5 in all components, TOEFL IBT (including Home) 79 with 17 (writing), 17 (listening), 18 (reading) and 20 (speaking).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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