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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Physics with Astrophysics
Keele University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Physics with Astrophysics course at Keele University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,B,B
ABB in three A Levels including B in Maths or Physics
Most popular A-levels studied
The Physics with Astrophysics course at Keele University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Physics | C |
| Mathematics | D |
| Chemistry | B |
| Biology | C |
| Computer Science | C |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A |
| Physics | C |
| Chemistry | B |
| Computer Science | C |
| Further Mathematics | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F301
Here's what Keele University says about its Physics with Astrophysics course.
From quarks to quasars, our Physics with Astrophysics programme combines a strong foundation in core physics principles with the study of cutting-edge astrophysics topics. With opportunities for advanced project work using astronomical data from world-class ground-based and satellite missions, as well as practical work at our on-campus observatory, you'll graduate with the problem-solving, experimental, programming and teamworking skills highly sought after by employers across various industries.
Why choose this course?
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Explore frontier topics guided by our world-leading researchers
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Apply your learning to address physical problems and real-world challenges
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Gain the problem-solving, experimental, programming and teamworking skills that are highly valued by employers in a broad range of sectors
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Learn in a supportive environment with innovative learning materials and plenty of tutor support
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Our core practical, academic and employability modules develop the skills to succeed as a professional astrophysicist
Featuring a solid foundational core of physics concepts and key expectations, as defined by the Institute of Physics (IoP) accreditation framework, our employability-focused programme invites you to extend and apply these to the arena of astrophysics, engaging with frontier material informed by the interests of our world-class research teams. You will have opportunities for collaborative learning, work and educational placements and practical work at our on-campus observatory.
Designed to provide you with the specialist skills you will need as an astrophysicist, our programme has core practical, academic and professional employability modules embedded throughout the curriculum. From hands-on practice in conducting experiments and learning the basics of computer programming, to dedicated career-focused sessions and innovative assessments, we will provide you with a strong foundation of key skills for your future career.
This programme has recently been refreshed, and the new structure is being reviewed by the IoP to ensure continued accreditation.
About Keele
Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.
We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.
Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.
Source: Keele University
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Physics with Astrophysics at Keele University.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Location
Main Site | Keele
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Astrophysics
• Physics
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
For a list of indicative modules please visit the course page on the Keele University website.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Keele University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Physics with Astrophysics course at Keele University features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
96%
high
Teaching on my course
96%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
100%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
92%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
77%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
100%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
92%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
85%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
77%
med
Assessment and feedback
94%
high
Assessment and feedback
94%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
92%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
100%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
92%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
85%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
100%
high
Academic support
88%
low
Academic support
88%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
92%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
85%
low
Organisation and management
96%
high
Organisation and management
96%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
100%
high
How well organised is your course?
92%
high
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
92%
med
Student voice
90%
high
Student voice
90%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
85%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
100%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
85%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
92%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
83%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
94%
high
Teaching on my course
94%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
94%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
89%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
78%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
94%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
89%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
83%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
83%
med
Assessment and feedback
91%
high
Assessment and feedback
91%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
89%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
89%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
100%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
89%
high
Academic support
86%
low
Academic support
86%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
89%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
83%
low
Organisation and management
94%
high
Organisation and management
94%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
94%
high
How well organised is your course?
94%
high
Learning resources
93%
med
Learning resources
93%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
94%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
89%
med
Student voice
85%
med
Student voice
85%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
78%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
94%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
83%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
65%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
83%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
82%
med
Student information
The Physics with Astrophysics course at Keele University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Physics with Astrophysics course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Keele University graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
40%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
45%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Teaching Professionals
25%
Administrative occupations
20%
Elementary occupations
15%
Skilled trades occupations
Graduate statistics
45%
Say it fits with future plans
50%
Are utilising studies
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Keele University graduates who took Physics with Astrophysics - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£23.7k
First year after graduation
£27.7k
Third year after graduation
£40.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Physics with Astrophysics.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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