Natural Sciences (Astronomy and Planetary Science) (Q64-AST)
Open UniversityCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Natural Sciences (Astronomy and Planetary Science) (Q64-AST) at Open University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. This IOP-recognised astronomy and planetary science route through our SNS-accredited BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64) develops the knowledge and skills you need to study outer space. You’ll study topics like our solar system, planets orbiting other stars, the life cycle of stars, extreme conditions near black holes, and the evolutionary history of the Universe. Using appropriate quantitative tools and observational methods, you’ll be able to objectively and quantitatively describe, analyse, test and explain phenomena in the Universe. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£7,428
per year
Home Student Fee
£7,428
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Open University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £25,000 | £38,500 | £50,500 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £34,500 | £50,500 |
UK subject average: £30,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↓ down £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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