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University of Bath · Undergraduate
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Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the MPhys Physics with Astrophysics at University of Bath. Based in Bath, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Apply the full breadth of physics to a wide range of astrophysical phenomena, from star formation to black hole growth and the expansion of the Universe. During the course, you’ll learn about the fundamental theoretical physics describing the intertwining of space, time, matter and energy. You’ll also learn how to assemble evidence from astronomy to build theoretical models of the cosmos. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £35,500 within three years.
| A-Level | A*AA Typical offer: A*AA in three A levels including Mathematics and Physics with A* in Mathematics or Physics (or Further Mathematics if applicable). Further Mathematics is not required for this course. If you do study Further Mathematics, you must still achieve A in both Maths and Physics. Contextual offer: AAB in three A levels including A in Mathematics and A in Physics. Alternative offer: AAA or A*AB in three A levels including Mathematics and Physics plus additional study - please see the course pages on our website. |
| International Baccalaureate | 36 points Typical offer: 36 points overall and 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including Physics and either HL Mathematics. In exceptional circumstances we may be able to consider you if you are studying either Standard Level Physics or Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches. Our typical offer in this instance would be 36 points overall with 6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Physics or either HL Mathematics plus 7 in Standard Level Physics or Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches. We cannot consider Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations for this course. Contextual offer: 36 points overall and 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Physics and 6 in either HL Mathematics. |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 62 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£32,000
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £31,000 | £33,000 | £36,500 |
| 3 years | £30,500 | £35,500 | £47,000 |
| 5 years | £37,500 | £46,500 | £69,500 |
UK subject average: £31,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £11,000 from year 3 to year 5
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University of Bath · Undergraduate
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University of Bath · Undergraduate
University of Bath · Undergraduate
University of Bath · Undergraduate

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