Program Overview

Physics with Astrophysics BSc Honours

The Physics with Astrophysics BSc Honours degree is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of physics and astrophysics. The program is offered by Newcastle University and is available for students to study on a full-time basis over three years.

Course Overview

The course provides students with a strong foundation in physics and mathematics, as well as specialized knowledge in astrophysics. The program includes a range of modules, including introductory algebra, calculus, and differential equations, as well as more advanced topics such as quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and cosmology.

• The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of physics and astrophysics.
• The program includes a range of modules, including introductory algebra, calculus, and differential equations.
• More advanced topics such as quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and cosmology are also covered.

Quality and Ranking

Newcastle University is a global top 140 university, according to the QS World University Rankings 2026. The university has also seen a 65% increase in research power since 2014, according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

• Newcastle University is a global top 140 university, according to the QS World University Rankings 2026.
• The university has seen a 65% increase in research power since 2014, according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.
• 42% of the university's research is classified as 4* world-leading research, according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

Modules and Learning

The course includes a range of modules, including:

• Introductory Algebra
• Introductory Calculus and Differential Equations
• Multivariable Calculus
• Dynamics
• Introductory Astrophysics
• Introductory Electromagnetism
• Introductory Quantum Mechanics
• Laboratory Physics 1
• States of Matter, Waves & AC Theory

Teaching and Assessment

The course is taught through a range of methods, including lectures, seminars, small group tutorials, problem classes, laboratory sessions, and practical computing sessions. Assessment is based on a combination of written exams, coursework, and practical exams.

• The course is taught through a range of methods, including lectures, seminars, and small group tutorials.
• Assessment is based on a combination of written exams, coursework, and practical exams.

Facilities and Environment

The course is based at Newcastle University's city-centre campus, in the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics' Herschel Building. The school has high-specification laboratory facilities, including cryogenics labs, semiconductor labs, and high-performance computing facilities.

• The course is based at Newcastle University's city-centre campus.
• The school has high-specification laboratory facilities, including cryogenics labs and semiconductor labs.

Your Future

Graduates of the course have gone on to work in a range of fields, including power systems engineering, research software engineering, programming, tax consulting, and consulting. The course also provides a strong foundation for further study, including PhD programs in physics and related disciplines.

• Graduates of the course have gone on to work in a range of fields, including power systems engineering and research software engineering.
• The course provides a strong foundation for further study, including PhD programs in physics and related disciplines.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the course include AAB at A-level, including mathematics and physics, or 34 points in the International Baccalaureate, including mathematics and physics at higher level grade 6.

• The entry requirements for the course include AAB at A-level, including mathematics and physics.
• 34 points in the International Baccalaureate, including mathematics and physics at higher level grade 6, are also accepted.

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fees for the course are £9,535 for home students and £31,500 for international students. The university offers a range of scholarships, including the Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships.

• The tuition fees for the course are £9,535 for home students and £31,500 for international students.
• The university offers a range of scholarships, including the Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships.