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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F3F5

Physics with Astronomy

University of Liverpool
Liverpool, England
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3 yearsDuration
£32,000Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
95%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Physics with Astronomy at University of Liverpool is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in Liverpool, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. The BSc (Hons) Physics with Astronomy is taught jointly by world-leading academics from the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University. The three-year Physics and Astronomy degree gives students a wide appreciation of the varied astronomical phenomena in the physical Universe. From the formation, evolution and deaths of stars – involving planetary systems, nucleosynthesis and supernovae – through structure of galaxies to the evolution of the Universe itself, the degree structure introduces the physics involved in the cosmos. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £28,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Classical Mechanics
Thermodynamics and Waves
Optics and Modern Physics
Stellar Structure and Evolution
Observational Astronomy and Instrumentation
Galaxies and Cosmology
Electromagnetic Theory
Astrophysics Research Project
UCAS Code:F3F5
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

ABB

Including Mathematics and Physics. For applicants studying A levels with English exam boards: Where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology, Geology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required.

International Baccalaureate

32 points

32 points overall with no score less than 4 (including a minimum of 5 in HL Mathematics and 5 in HL Physics) or Pass IB Diploma plus 6,5,5 in 3 HL subjects (including a minimum of 5 in HL Mathematics and 5 in HL Physics)

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£32,000

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£96,000

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.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Liverpool

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,500£30,000£33,000
3 years£21,000£28,000£36,000
5 years£29,000£36,000£44,000

UK subject average: £31,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 11% below UK average salary
This course
£28,000
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 14% above UK average salary
This course
£36,000
UK average
£31,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £8,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH07-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
35%Studying
5%Work & Study
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
95%
Learning opportunities
88%
Assessment and feedback
87%
Academic support
94%
Organisation and management
90%
Learning resources
94%
Student voice
89%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
89%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool offers Physics with Astronomy as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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