BSc Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics
Chatham, United Kingdom
BSc
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 23,500 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for EU and International| UK: GBP 9,250
Key Summary
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.
We have a range of subject-specific awards and scholarships for academic, sporting and musical achievement.
Stage 1
- Mathematics I
- Introduction to Optics, Astronomy and Relativity
- Mathematics II
- Laboratory and Programming Skills
- Mechanics
- Introduction to Waves, Fields and the Quantum World
Stage 2
- Mathematical Techniques for Physical Sciences
- Physics Group Laboratory Project
- Quantum and Atomic Physics
- Electromagnetism and Relativity
- Observational Astronomy and Exoplanets
- Spacecraft Design and Operations
Year in Industry
You have the option to add a year in industry to this course. We already know you have the confidence and commitment to thrive in the workplace and kick-start your career. This is your chance to prove it, to yourself and employers.
Go Abroad
Taking a year abroad - whether you study at one of our prestigious partner universities or do an internship - is an amazing opportunity.
Stage 3
- Modern Optics and Photonics
- Thermal and Statistical Physics
- Stars, Galaxies and the Universe
- The Solar System
- Solid State Physics
- Data Analysis and Investigation in Astronomy and Planetary Sciences
You’ll graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience, as well as a toolbox of transferable skills highly sought after by employers. These include excellent communication and problem-solving skills; analytical thinking; effective time management; and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Our graduates have gone on to work for employers such as:
- Airbus
- The Met Office
- Defence Engineering and Science Group (MoD)
- BAE
Contact hours
For a student studying full-time, each academic year of the program will comprise 1200 learning hours which include both direct contact hours and private study hours. The precise breakdown of hours will be subject-dependent and will vary according to modules.
Methods of assessment will vary according to subject specialism and individual modules.
Please refer to the individual module details under Course Structure.