Physics with Astrophysics, BSc (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

A BSc combining a physics foundation with a focus on astrophysics, applying physical laws to the Universe beyond Earth. The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics and uses experimental, computational and data-driven approaches including observational work.

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

What you will study

Year 1 covers Astrophysics I, Fundamentals of Physics, Applied and Computational Physics, and Functions, Vectors and Calculus. Later years include Astrophysics II, Principles of Physics, Properties of Matter, Formation, Structure and Evolution of Stars, Cosmology and Galaxies, Condensed Matter and Surface Physics, and a Physics/Astronomy Project or UAS Teaching Placement, with options such as Nuclear and Particle Physics.

Career pathways

Graduates enter government, science, finance and business, work in research institutes and laboratories, or become teachers, analysts and journalists.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer and entry requirements (UK qualifications): A-level/UCAS points 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

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK tuition fee; placement year fee is separate (GBP 1,955) Source

International applicants: GBP 18,750 a year (2026/27). Full-time international tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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