MSci Astrophysics with Integrated Master's at Keele University

Programme overview

From the discovery of extrasolar planets, to the study of gravitational wave events and the evolution of the universe, you'll deepen your curiosity and develop a solid foundation of astrophysical knowledge on our 4 year Astrophysics degree, gaining the advanced research, professional, practical and employability skills to pursue PhD study or employment in a wide variety of industrial sectors.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences | Department: School of Engineering and Physical Sciences | Duration: 4 years or 5 years with International Year | Study mode: full-time (integrated master's) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Gravitation, Relativity and Matter, Electricity, Magnetism and Waves, Practical and Academic Skills for Physics, Fundamental and Applied Mathematics for Physics, Scientific Programming, Astronomy, the Solar System and Measuring the Universe, Physics Career Planning and Employability Skills. Year 2 compulsory modules: Optics and Thermodynamics, The Quantum World, Nuclear Physics, Practical and Professional Skills for Physics, Analytical and Numerical Techniques, The Astrophysics of Stars and Galaxies, Physics Career Planning and Employability Skills. Year 3 compulsory modules: Astrophysics Research Project and Professional Development, Electromagnetism and Solid-State Physics, Synoptic Physics and Real-World Applications, Data Analysis and Modelling, Physics Career Planning and Employability Skills.

Career pathways

A degree in astrophysics opens up careers in diverse areas, including the academic, industrial research, data analysis, technology and medical technology, IT, telecommunications, electronics, space science, finance and energy sectors. To help you understand and explore the diverse career opportunities within the field, we have a dedicated physics and astrophysics careers tutor based in the school. Roles graduates could go on to include: Academic researcher, Communications engineer, Data scientist/analyst, Financial technology, NHS scientist, Nuclear physicist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB in three A levels including B in Maths or in Physics. Also required: 6 / B in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below). BTEC: DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Engineering. IB Diploma: 655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Maths or Physics, or 32 points including 5 in Higher Level Maths or Physics. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in all components (English Group A) or 4/C in GCSE English.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK Home tuition fee for students starting in 2027/28. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,200 a year (2026/27). Band 1 international fee for 2026/27; 2027/28 international fees not yet confirmed. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 4 years or 5 years with International Year

Apply through the official page: https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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