About the course

On our Physics with Astrophysics (BSc) degree, you will join one of our two astrophysics groups. You will be mentored by, and work on projects with, astrophysicists.

　　Astrophysics has a special flavour. With the arrival of space-based instrumentation and gravitational wave detection, some of the most exciting discoveries in your lifetime are likely to come in astrophysics.

　　We can't conduct experiments on stars or galaxies as they're too far away and too big. Instead, we need to piece together explanations of what we see. This involves understanding the fundamental physics - mechanics, quantum theory, relativity, thermodynamics - and trying to work out what they imply for exoplanets, galaxies, stars, and the Universe as a whole.

　　The course covers the principles of physics and their application to explain astrophysical phenomena. In your first year, you will study the classification of astrophysical objects and how we observe them. During the second year, you will study the solar system and stars in some detail. In the third and fourth years, you can study a range of topics including cosmology, exoplanets, the physics of compact objects (black holes, neutron stars, and white dwarfs), general relativity, and our Sun.

　　You will be mentored by, and work on projects with, astrophysicists. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Coventry
Autumn (September), 2025	Coventry

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Warwick

A level: A*AA to include A in Mathematics (or Further Mathematics) and Physics

　　IB: 38 to include 6 in Higher Level Mathematics and Physics

　　BTEC: We welcome applications from students taking a BTEC qualification alongside A level Mathematics and A level Physics. A BTEC qualification in a relevant Science/Engineering subject may be considered alongside A level Mathematics only on an individual basis.

　　IELTS (Academic Options) - 6.0 including minimum 5.5 in each component. TOEFL - 87 (iBT) with minimum of 21 in Listening, 21 in Writing, 22 in Reading and 23 in Speaking.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 87.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Warwick. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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