Physics, Astronomy and Space Science - University of Kent

Physics, Astronomy and Space Science
www.kent.ac.uk/physical-sciences/
Choosing your
programme
You can take most physicsrelated
subjects as either a
three-year BSc or four-year
MPhys degree. You also
have some flexibility
to switch between
programmes during your
first year of study.
The BSc programme offers a broad
training in physics and provides an
ideal preparation for a wide range
of careers in the manufacturing and
service industries, education, the
media and the financial sector.
In the MPhys programme, core
knowledge and skills are enhanced
with the further in-depth training
required for a science-based
career, including the practical
aspects of the research process
and major projects within the
School’s research groups.
Physics
This offers you the broadest training
in physics and allows you the
maximum choice of options.
Physics with Astrophysics
In this degree, core physics is
supplemented by astrophysics
courses linking these developments
to the expertise of University staff,
ranging from solar system
exploration through stellar formation
and collapse to the structure and
evolution of the universe. You could
choose this subject if you find
excitement in exploring the universe
but also appreciate the need for
down-to-earth training in physics.
Physics with Space
Science and Systems
Since the launch of the first artificial
satellite in 1957, space technology
and space science have played an
increasingly important role in
human activities. Staff in the Centre
for Astrophysics and Planetary
Science have been closely involved
with European, American and
Japanese interplanetary and near-
Earth missions. The specialist
modules cover all aspects of
spacecraft design and operation
and emphasise the importance of
the interrelationships between
different spacecraft systems. They
introduce aspects of space
business, project management and
related topics which will prepare
graduates for employment in
space-related industries.
Physics with Forensic Science
This unique degree gives you the
chance to combine the study of
physics with the applications it has
in solving a range of problems from
air crashes to blood splatter
patterns. By combining the
practical techniques of the forensic
scientist with a good background in
physics, you develop a broad and
useful range of skills. This course is
for those who have an interest in
forensic science and realise that
combining that interest with a
physics degree gives you a real
advantage in the field as well as
offering a fascinating degree. We
have an innovative research team in
facial recognition, developing new
methods for producing an image of
a suspect’s face. For more
information see page 15.
Astronomy, Space Science
and Astrophysics
This is a fantastic programme for
those who are inspired by the
wonders and vastness of the
universe. In this course there are
opportunities to investigate the
possibilities of life elsewhere in the
universe. You get involved with real
space missions from ESA and
NASA and can work on real Hubble
Telescope data.
Year in the USA
Those on a four-year MPhys
programme can opt to spend their
third year in the USA.
BSc Honours degree with
Foundation Year
This four-year programme is
designed for students who do
not possess the formal entry
requirements for a physics degree
– or overseas students who require
additional preparation in science
or English language. The
mathematics, physics, electronics,
computing and laboratory practical
work provide an ideal preparation
for any of our BSc or MPhys
programmes.
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