Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology Msci (Hons)
King's College London
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Our Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology MSci course will give you an understanding of fundamental aspects of physics, astrophysics and cosmology covering areas such as special and general relativity, quantum mechanics, fields and waves, the physics of planets, stars, galaxies and the universe. Approximately one quarter of the course is astrophysics and cosmology related. You’ll carry out extensive astrophysics or cosmology related project work in your fourth year to gain an insight into the skills and conduct of scientific research. You’ll be taught by academic staff who have links to the Large Hadron Collider at CERN and the LIGO gravitational wave observatory.
Key benefits
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Award winning: six former staff and students in the Physics department are Nobel Prize winners.
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Research lies at the heart of our department, so you’ll be taught by internationally renowned scientists.
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Study the skies using King’s own rooftop observatory and telescope.
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You’ll have access to our newly refurbished laboratory facilities, located in the heart of London.
Please see our online prospectus for further details on this programme: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/physics-with-astrophysics-and-cosmology-msci
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 43 graduates of Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology Msci (Hons) at King's College London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Astrophysics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Astrophysics courses of King's College London
Salary
Salary of Graduates of Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology Msci (Hons) at King's College London
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology Msci (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £30000 | £27500 | £36000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £26000 - £36500 | £21000 - £31500 | £25000 - £39500 |
All Astrophysics courses of King's College London
Salary of all UK Graduates of Astrophysics
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £27461 | £28395 | £32495 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23766 - £31635 | £21885 - £35927 | £25248 - £43316 |
All Astrophysics courses of UK
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology, Msci (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
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Year 3
Year 4
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology Msci (Hons) at King's College London
| 25% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 15% | Finance Professionals |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 5% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 5% | Legal professionals |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. AAA including A in both Mathematics and Physics OR A*AB including A* Mathematics and A in Physics OR A*AB including A in Mathematics and A* in Physics. NOTE: If you are taking linear A levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all science subjects.
Must be combined with two Scottish Advanced Highers. We do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject.
Access to Science Diploma (or similar subject). This must include substantial focus at Level 3 (with Distinction) on both Mathematics and Physics.
Must be combined with three Scottish Highers. We do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject. Must include Advanced Higher Mathematics and Physics.
Including either 6,6,6 at Higher Level with HL6 in both Mathematics and Physics OR 7,6,5 at Higher Level including HL7 in Mathematics and HL6 in Physics OR 7,6,5 at Higher Level including HL6 in Mathematics and HL7 in Physics. The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE. Note: IB students studying the new Maths curriculum would be required to study Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level to meet the subject requirement for this programme
Please see our online prospectus for further details on our BTEC entry requirements.
Must include Higher Mathematics and Physics.
Please note that Global Perspectives is not accepted by King’s as one of your Pre-U Principal subjects. Combinations of Pre-U principal subjects and other qualifications (such as A-levels) will be considered. Three Pre-U Principal subjects at either: D3 D3 D3 including D3 in both Mathematics and Physics OR D2 D3 M2 including D2 Mathematics and D3 Physics OR D2 D3 M2 including D3 Mathematics and D2 Physics.
Required subjects: Physics and Mathematics
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill | |
| PTE Academic | 62 overall with a minimum of 59 in each skill | |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 92 overall with 23 in writing and 20 in the other skills | |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with a minimum of 169 in each skill | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with a minimum of 169 in each skill | |
| Trinity ISE | Level III (ISEIII) with pass in each skill | |
| Institution's Own Test | Pass the King's Pre-Sessional English Language Programme with Band 6.5 |
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Costs
Tuition Fees Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology Msci (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The fees stated are for entry in the forthcoming September. If you are applying for deferred entry, to commence the following September, fees may be subject to change.
All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2,000 against their first year’s tuition fee. This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an unconditional offer to study with us, and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King’s.
Average student cost of living in London
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of King's College London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of King's College London in related subject specific rankings.
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Subject
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Subject
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Subject
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The Guardian UK University League Tables by Subject
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ARWU by subject - Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
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About King's College London
King’s College London (KCL) was established in 1892 and is located in the very centre of London. International students can start by taking KCL’s International Foundation, a one-year course intended to improve your knowledge on a particular subject while bringing your English to a level where you’re comfortable studying and communicating. The famous city of London offers innumerable advantages to young students, including myriad work opportunities, reliable and extensive public transport, and abundant entertainment options.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
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- 13 June, 2022
THE Times Higher Education, UK
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- 26 October, 2022
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 20 April, 2022
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 24 September, 2022
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 26 May, 2021
Urap
- Published:
- 06 June, 2020