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Astrophysics, BSc (Hons) at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Three-year BSc (Hons) Astrophysics at the Preston campus, available full-time or part-time and delivered by the School of Engineering and Computing. The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP).

Faculty: School of Engineering and Computing  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Physics and astrophysics including Astrophysics I and II, Fundamentals of Physics, Functions, Vectors and Calculus, Formation, Structure and Evolution of Stars, Cosmology and Galaxies, laboratory work and a Physics/Astronomy Project.

Career pathways

Physics and astrophysics graduates progress towards Chartered Physicist status through the IOP.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 128 points at A2 including BB in Physics and Maths; BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM only accepted alongside A-level Maths and Physics at grade BB; International Baccalaureate Diploma: 120 points from Higher Level subjects including Higher Level 5 Maths and Physics; T Level: M and A2 Maths and Physics at grade BB; IELTS: grade 6 with no component lower than 5.5; GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component lower than 5.5 (or equivalent); WASSCE English grade C6 accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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