MPhys Astrophysics With Space Science
What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 25%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 20%
- East of England: 25%
- London: 25%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of eligibility for Associate Membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MPhys Astrophysics With Space Science at University of Hertfordshire earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 3 years, £40,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £35,000 and £44,000. The £40,500 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of MPhys Astrophysics With Space Science at University of Hertfordshire do next?
65% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MPhys Astrophysics With Space Science at University of Hertfordshire?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MPhys Astrophysics With Space Science at University of Hertfordshire?
The average entrant had 130 UCAS points.
Is MPhys Astrophysics With Space Science at University of Hertfordshire accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of eligibility for Associate Membership.
Does MPhys Astrophysics With Space Science at University of Hertfordshire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MPhys Astrophysics With Space Science at University of Hertfordshire?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.