University of Kent

BSc Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics With a Foundation Year

University of Kent

Course overview

The BSc Astronomy, Space Science, and Astrophysics with a Foundation Year at the University of Kent offers fundamental insights into the universe, including a foundation year for students seeking preparation for physics or space science degrees.

Completing the foundation year allows for progression to a variety of degree programmes, including an integrated Master's (MPhys). Students also obtain transferable skills relevant to professions in research, engineering, medical physics, the military, teaching, finance, and data analytics.

This BSc Astronomy, Space Science, and Astrophysics with a Foundation Year in the University of Kent is suitable for science students lacking direct entry requirements, as well as those from non-science backgrounds with relevant experience.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

Applicants are required to have the following:

  • UCAS Tariff - 80 points
  • A level - CCD-BCC
  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) – Based on Individual Consideration
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programmes are accepted.
  • T Level

English Language Requirements:

  • Candidates whose first or primary language is not English will usually need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no component score below 5.5.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics with a Foundation Year from the University of Kent can take future roles such as:

  • Research Scientist
  • Data Analyst
  • Satellite Technician
  • Satellite Operator
  • Space Policy Analyst

Cost of study

The cost of the BSc Astronomy, Space Science, and Astrophysics with a Foundation Year at the University of Kent for international students is £23,500 per year. Tuition is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

Your application for this course can be done through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to learn more about the admission process and help you meet the programme requirements.

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