This degree will appeal to students who are passionate about understanding astrophysical phenomena. It is based on the Single Major degree in Experimental Physics but with an increased emphasis on studying the physical principles needed to understand astronomical objects such as planets, stars and galaxies, as well as the dynamics of the Universe as a whole.

Study the latest telescopes, satellites, detector technology and data analysis techniques used to make the exquisitely sensitive observations needed in modern astrophysics. Facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories, an observatory with a computerised Meade telescope, an atmospheric physics facility, and radio and cosmic ray telescopes.

Students receive an excellent grounding in all the core areas of Experimental Physics, opening up all the career opportunities available to physicists. Field trips and scientific visits are organised to other facilities such as LObservatoire dHaute Provence (France), the European Space Agency (the Netherlands), Jodrell Bank (UK), St. Lukes Hospital and Armagh Observatory.

Potential to transfer from MH201 into this degree. Places are limited and are based on results.