MPhys Physics with Astrophysics
About this course
MPhys (Hons) Physics with Astrophysics, a physics and physics with astrophysics degree focusing on the exploration of the cosmos through foundational and advanced physical principles. Core topics include Statistics and Research Methods. The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics, putting graduates on track to becoming a Chartered Physicist. The first year covers core foundations through Classical Mechanics and Laboratories, Classical and Quantum Waves, and Mathematical, Computational and Professional Skills 1. The second year progresses into specialized areas with Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism, Astrophysical Technologies and Space Science, and Quantum, Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics. The third year builds advanced competence via modules such as Advanced Astrophysical Laboratory, Stars and Galaxies, and Relativity and Cosmology. The final year centers on the MPhys Research Project and Skills. Optional modules across later stages allow students to study subjects including Plasma Physics and Fusion, Astrobiology, and Scientific Supercomputing.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA including Physics and Mathematics. IB: 36 points overall, including 5 in Higher Level Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 6 in Standard Level Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches), plus 5 in Higher Level Physics.
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (F3FN) at the University of York for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is AAA at A level.
What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 99%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 40%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 25%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Information Technology Professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 6%
- North West: 9%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 29%
- East Midlands: 7%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 14%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 7%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Classical Mechanics and Laboratories
- Classical and Quantum Waves
- Mathematical, Computational and Professional Skills 1
- Electromagnetism and Relativity
- Mathematical, Computational and Professional Skills 2
- Mapping the Universe and Laboratories
- Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism
- Mathematics, Professional Skills and Laboratories
- Astrophysical Technologies and Space Science
- Statistical and Solid State Physics
- Quantum, Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Advanced Mechanics, Astrophysical Laboratories and Skills
- Advanced Astrophysical Laboratory
- Stars and Galaxies
- Plasma Physics and Fusion
- Quantum Mechanics
- Advanced Theoretical Techniques and Modelling Matter
- Condensed Matter Physics: Electrons in Solids
- Relativity and Cosmology
- Medical Physics
- Nuclear and Particle
- Quantum Science and Technologies
- Astrobiology
- Advanced Sensors and Instrumentation
- Introduction to Clinical Engineering and Physiological Systems
- MPhys Research Project and Skills
- Scientific Supercomputing
- Biophysics
- Advanced Condensed Matter Physics
- From Subatomic to Nuclear Astrophysics
- Advanced Quantum Mechanics
- Advanced Plasma Physics for Fusion and Applications
- Cosmic Horizons
- Machine Vision and Human Machine Interaction
- Medical Imaging and Physics
- Future Healthcare and Computer Aided Diagnosis
- Practical Skills in Virtual Anatomy and Morphology
- Product design, Development and Commercialization
- Plasma Physics and Fusion
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MPhys Physics with Astrophysics at University of York earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £37,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £51,500. The £37,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of MPhys Physics with Astrophysics at University of York do next?
80% 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 at University of York?
99% 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 at University of York?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 156 UCAS points.
Is MPhys Physics with Astrophysics at University of York accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Does MPhys Physics with Astrophysics at University of York 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 Physics with Astrophysics at University of York?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.