Physics and Astrophysics
University of SheffieldCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the MPhys Physics and Astrophysics at University of Sheffield. Based in Sheffield, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Study the matter of our universe and the laws that govern it with our accredited Physics and Astrophysics MPhys course. Gain fundamental knowledge necessary for a successful future career and spend most of your final year working on your own research project. This four year accredited MPhys Physics and Astrophysics course will give you the skills, knowledge and research experience you’ll need for a successful career. Our Institute of Physics accredited course has more astrophysics content than most. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 89% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £29,500 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA including Maths and Physics + pass in the practical element of any science A Levels taken |
| International Baccalaureate | 34 - 36 points 36, with 6 in HL Maths and Physics; 34, with 6 in HL Maths and Physics, and A in a Physics-based Extended Essay |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£25,830
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.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sheffield
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £28,500 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £29,500 | £37,000 |
| 5 years | £29,000 | £38,500 | £53,000 |
UK subject average: £31,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £9,000 from year 3 to year 5
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.
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Student Satisfaction
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