Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics - BSc (Hons)
University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom
Course overview
Investigate the possibilities of life elsewhere within the universe and get involved with real space missions from ESA and NASA. This course allows you to specialise in astronomy and space – from spacecraft design to star formation and astrobiology. Using our fantastic facilities, including the Beacon Observatory, and dedicated data analysis lab module, you’ll learn from experts in the field and open up a range of careers in space science.
You'll also develop the transferable skills to open up a world of job opportunities, leading to careers in research, engineering, aerospace/defence, medical physics, teaching, finance and data analytics. If you don’t have a science background or don’t meet our entry requirements, you can take our foundation year. You might also be interested in our Physics or Physics with Astrophysics degrees.
We also offer a four-year Integrated Master’s (MPhys) This course is fully accredited by the Institute of Physics. Study Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics at Kent
Key highlights
- Fully accredited by the Institute of Physics
- Get involved with real space missions from ESA and NASA
- Specialise in topics from spacecraft design to star formation and astrobiology
- Access facilities including the Beacon Observatory
- Dedicated data analysis lab module builds practical skills
- Foundation year available for students without a science background
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112-128 — Typical offer 112-128 UCAS points A level ABB Contextual offer: BBC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
- A-level: ABB — Typical offer 112-128 UCAS points A level ABB Contextual offer: BBC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
- A-level: BBC — contextual offer
- BTEC: DDM — BTEC DDM IB 128 Tariff points, Typically H5, H6, H6 View all requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 128 — BTEC DDM IB 128 Tariff points, Typically H5, H6, H6 View all requirements
Scholarships
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 International Scholarship for Undergraduates
Scholarship value - £5,000
Up to £5,000KMMS 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 £1,500Music Performance Scholarship
£1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.
Up to £1,000Sanctuary Scholarships
Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.
Careers this course leads to
- Research Scientist
- Aerospace Engineer
- Medical Physicist
- Physics Teacher
- Data Analyst
- Financial Analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,500 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 Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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