Astrophysics, MPhys (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

Four-year integrated MPhys (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 IOP and offers an optional 48-week placement.

Faculty: School of Engineering and Computing | Duration: 4 years | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Study mode: integrated | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Physics and astrophysics through the BSc curriculum, with advanced master's-level study in the final year, including Astrophysics I and II, Formation, Structure and Evolution of Stars, Cosmology and Galaxies and project work.

Career pathways

Industry, government research institutes, overseas laboratories and observatories, and routes into finance, teaching and scientific journalism; a foundation for research careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 128 points at A2 including a minimum of AB in Physics and Math - one must be grade A; BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM and accepted only alongside a minimum of AB in A2 level Physics and Math - one must be grade A; International Baccalaureate Diploma: 128 points from Higher Level subjects including Higher Level 5/6 Maths and Physics; Pass Access course: 128 points including 15 level 3 credits at D in Maths and 15 level 3 credits at D in Physics; 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 18,750 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 4 years

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