MPhys Physics with Astrophysics
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
Our Physics with Astrophysics degree has been developed to equip students with the reasoning and analytical skills to tackle problems with no known answers. Astrophysics provides training in space science, Earth observation, and physics of extreme conditions, and this degree aims to develop students' abilities to think on their feet and to think outside the box. The programme is designed to equip graduates with the skills needed to work in the space industry, skills that are also highly transferable to many other sectors.
The programme includes a combination of compulsory and optional modules covering all components of core physics, as specified by the UK Institute of Physics (IOP). The course offers the opportunity to study fundamental and applied physics with astrophysics alongside rigorous mathematics and computational training. Teaching is informed by research, with the chance for students to work on real-world research projects alongside our academic staff.
Students on this MPhys programme will continue to study for a fourth year at an advanced level, where they can examine topics in greater depth and undertake substantial additional project work. Students on this MPhys programme will continue to st
Key highlights
- Training in space science, Earth observation and physics of extreme conditions
- Core physics modules covering components specified by the Institute of Physics
- Rigorous mathematics and computational training alongside fundamental and applied physics
- Research-informed teaching with real-world projects alongside academic staff
- Advanced fourth year with substantial additional project work
- Develops skills for the space industry, transferable to other sectors
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — UK: 112 to 120 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, to include 40 points from Maths and Physics. For example: A Level: BBC to BBB to include a Grade B in both Maths and Physics. BTEC qualifications will be considered provided a…
- International Baccalaureate: 30 — overall to include
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
- A-level: BBC-BBB — to include to include a Grade B in both Maths and Physics
- International qualifications — International Non UK Qualifications: If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language profici…
Scholarships
Global Leaders Scholarship
The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.
Up to 50% of feesInternational Undergraduate Scholarship
The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.
Up to £2,000Partner Scholarship
If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Astrophysicist
- Space scientist
- Earth observation scientist
- Research physicist
- Data scientist
- Satellite systems analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,300 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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