Physics with Astrophysics (faster route)
About this course
BSc/MSci in Physics with Astrophysics (faster route), a physics degree centred on astrophysical study. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling. High-achieving candidates joining straight from school can complete the Honours degree in three years or the MSci degree in four years. The second year covers foundational theory through Physics skills for faster route, Astronomy 1 for faster route, Physics 2 and Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus. The third year explores core concepts via Mathematical Methods 1, Waves & Diffraction, Circuits & Systems and Quantum Mechanics alongside laboratory work. The fourth year features advanced study in Solid State Physics, Atomic Systems and General Physics Workshop, culminating in a Physics Project.
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Entry requirements
A level: (Three A-levels at Grades A*AA which include Physics and Mathematics attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.) IB: (38 points with three Higher Level subjects at 6,6,6 including Physics and Mathematics.) Scottish Higher: AAABB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Advanced Highers – AAA including Physics and Mathematics attained in one exam year and at the first attempt. Applicants must also meet the standard offer threshold (see Physics with Astrophysics ) with S5 grades to be considered for faster route.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 65%
- Assessment and feedback: 54%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 69%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 69%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 35 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 51%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 21%
- Unemployed: 6%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 30%
- Information Technology Professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 90 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 5%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 72%
- Northern Ireland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Modules
- Physics skills for faster route
- Astronomy 1 for faster route
- Physics 2
- Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus
- Mathematics 2B: Linear Algebra
- Mathematics 2D: Mathematical Methods and Modelling
- Mathematical Methods 1
- Waves & Diffraction
- Circuits & Systems
- Quantum Mechanics
- Thermal Physics
- Electromagnetic Theory 1
- Honours Physics Laboratory
- Astronomy Laboratory 1
- Stellar Structure and Evolution
- High Energy Astrophysics
- Instruments for Optical and Radio Astronomy
- Cosmology
- Solid State Physics
- Atomic Systems
- General Physics Workshop
- Physics Project
- Stellar Structure and Evolution
- High Energy Astrophysics
- Instruments for Optical and Radio Astronomy
- Cosmology
- galaxies and cosmology
- instruments for optical and radio telescopes
- exploring planetary systems
- General Relativity and Gravitation
- Plasma Theory and Diagnostics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Physics with Astrophysics (faster route) at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,500 and £44,000. The £37,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of Physics with Astrophysics (faster route) at University of Glasgow do next?
86% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Physics with Astrophysics (faster route) at University of Glasgow?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Physics with Astrophysics (faster route) at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 197 UCAS points.
Is Physics with Astrophysics (faster route) at University of Glasgow accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Does Physics with Astrophysics (faster route) at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Physics with Astrophysics (faster route) at University of Glasgow?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.