MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (Study Abroad)
About this course
MPhys Hons in Physics with Astrophysics (Study Abroad), a physics and physics with astrophysics degree focused on the study of the universe through observational and theoretical methods. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The five-year programme includes an approved international study placement during the third year and concludes with an individually supervised research project in the final year. The first year establishes fundamental concepts through modules such as The Physical Universe, Fields, Matter and Quantum Physics, and Mathematical Skills 1, while the second year introduces specialized topics through Stellar and Nebular Astrophysics, Electromagnetism, Waves and Optics, and Physics Modelling Project. The fourth year expands into advanced concepts with modules including Astrophysical Data Lab, Astrophysics Group Project, Cosmology, and Space Physics. The final year involves high-level study supported by modules such as Astrophysical Plasmas and Galaxies, General Relativity, Numerical Methods and Data Analysis, and Year 4 Physics Project.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA. This should include Mathematics grade A and Physics grade A. IB: 36 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects including 6 in Mathematics HL (either analysis and approaches or applications and interpretations) and Physics HL
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 99%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 93%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 20%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 20%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 35%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 8%
- East Midlands: 10%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 7%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 6%
- Scotland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 160 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 97%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- The Physical Universe
- Fields, Matter and Quantum Physics
- Physics Skills
- Experimental Physics
- Mathematical Skills 1
- Mathematical Skills 2
- Stellar and Nebular Astrophysics
- Electromagnetism, Waves and Optics
- Mathematical Techniques in Physics
- Physics Modelling Project
- Properties of Matter
- Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Physics
- Study Abroad
- Astrophysical Data Lab
- Astrophysics Group Project
- Cosmology
- Space Physics
- Problem Solving and Sustainability
- Relativity, Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Astrophysical Plasmas and Galaxies
- General Relativity
- Numerical Methods and Data Analysis
- Year 4 Physics Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University earn?
The median salary is £31,500 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £45,500. The £37,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 167 UCAS points.
Does MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.