BSc Physics with Astrophysics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physics and Physics with Astrophysics. Core topics include programming, data analysis, statistics, mathematical modelling, laboratory techniques and research methods. The programme aligns with the Institute of Physics accreditation framework and culminates in an independent astrophysics research project. A placement year and practical work at an on-campus observatory are also available.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB in three A levels including B in Maths or in Physics. IB: 655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Maths or Physics, or 32 points including 5 in Higher Level Maths or Physics
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 96%
- Assessment and feedback: 92%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 94%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 70%
- Left higher education: 25%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 40%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 18%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 12%
- West Midlands: 30%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 9%
- South East: 12%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Gravitation, Relativity and Matter
- Electricity, Magnetism and Waves
- Fundamental and Applied Mathematics for Physics
- Practical and Academic Skills for Physics
- Scientific Programming
- Astronomy and Measuring the Universe
- Physics Career Planning and Employability Skills
- Optics and Thermodynamics
- The Quantum World
- Nuclear Physics
- Practical and Professional Skills for Physics
- Analytical and Numerical Techniques
- The Astrophysics of Stars and Galaxies
- Physics Career Planning and Employability Skills
- Radiation Physics
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 5)
- Astrophysics Research Project and Professional Development
- Electromagnetism and Solid-State Physics
- Synoptic Physics and Real-World Applications
- Cosmology
- Physics Career Planning and Employability Skills
- Quantum Physics
- Materials for Green Technology
- Data Analysis and Modelling
- Advanced Topics Semester 1
- Advanced Topics Semester 2
- Research and Communication
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 6)
- Professional Experience in Education
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics with Astrophysics at Keele University earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £40,500. The £30,500 median after five years is £8,000 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics with Astrophysics at Keele University do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physics with Astrophysics at Keele University?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Physics with Astrophysics at Keele University?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 75 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physics with Astrophysics at Keele University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
How many students continue on BSc Physics with Astrophysics at Keele University?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.