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MPhys Astrophysics at Aberystwyth University

MPhys Astrophysics at Aberystwyth University
Course Duration 4 Years
Course Intake September
Course Details Website Link Visit Website 
Course Level Undergraduate
Tution Fees £ 16,300
English Language Requirment
IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 88
PTE 55

Astrophysics (F511) with an Integrated Masters at Aberystwyth University incorporates the broad disciplines of Astronomy, including: Cosmology and Galactic Astronomy, the Solar System, Gas Giants and Terrestrial Worlds, Red Giants, White Dwarfs, Neutron Stars, Quasars and more.

This allows you to cover a broad area of learning and then specialise later in your career. With foundations in the key areas of Physics and Astronomy, taught in a supportive environment, you will also develop the transferable skills required by employers, in this discipline, for education, business and industry.

Why study Astrophysics at Aberystwyth?

  • On completion of this degree you will leave with accreditation by the IOP (Institute of Physics) and a Master's qualification.
  • Physics has been taught at Aberystwyth since its foundation and it continues to be an innovative learning experience for all.
  • You will be taught by experts in their field.
  • Our Researchers are involved in the current European Space Agency ExoMars 2020 Project and engineering low dimensional materials (i.e. graphene).

What can I do with a physics degree?

Our graduates have discovered career paths in:

  • medical physics
  • radiation protection
  • research science

Other graduates from our department have sought careers in:

  • systems development
  • product development
  • technical publishing
  • meteorology

Employability is embedded across all of our teaching and ethics. We instill these skills in our students:

  • research and data analysis skills
  • enhanced mathematical and computational skills
  • effective problem-solving and creative thinking skills
  • ability to work independently
  • time-management and organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines
  • ability to express ideas and communicate information in a clear and structured manner, in both written and oral form
  • self-motivation and self-reliance
  • team-working, with the ability to discuss concepts in groups, accommodating different ideas and reaching agreement

Aberystwyth University Highlights

Type of Institution Public
Campus Setting Urban
Endowment £48.4 million
Number of campuses Three campuses
Number/Percentage of International Students 18%
Total number of Professors 395
Student Satisfaction Rate 90%
Graduate Job Rate 92%
Number of Residence Vacancy 3100
International Fee £13,200-14,750
Number of Academic Programmes Undergraduate & Postgraduate
Mode of Programme Full time, online and distance learning
Scholarship Investment £40,000
Average Graduate Salary £18,500 a year
Residential Investment £45 million

Aberystwyth University The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Cost Amount per annum (GBP)
Tuition fees 13,600 – 16,800
Food, Laundry & Toiletries 1,800
Books, Equipment & Stationery 150
Social 1,170
Clothing 200
Travel Home 200
T.V. Licence 150.50
Extras 400
Total 17,670.5 – 20,870.5
Aberystwyth University Average Tuition Fee Per Year
Undergraduate £ 14,433
Postgraduate  14,433
Aberystwyth University Cost Per Year
Overall cost of living £ 7,080
Campus accommodation £ 5,468
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.
Aberystwyth University English score required
IELTS Undergraduate 6.0
IELTS Postgraduate 6.5
TOEFL Undergraduate 88
TOEFL Postgraduate 88
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme.
Aberystwyth University University Contact Details
Aberystwyth University Address
Penglais,Aberystwyth Penglais SY23 3FL
Aberystwyth University Email
modernlangs@aber.ac.uk
Aberystwyth University Phone
044 7964246740