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About Mphys Physics With Planetary And Space Physics in Aberystwyth University

MPhys Physics with Planetary and Space Physics, at Aberystwyth University, provides you with a fundamental core of Physics alongside a detailed exploration of the Physics of the Solar System and an overview of Modern Astronomical Science.

The nucleus of mainstream Physics, alongside our supportive learning environment, ensures flexibility in further study or employment after graduation, and provides the necessary background for the specialist modules.

Why study Physics with Planetary and Space Physics at Aberystwyth?

• On completion of this degree you will leave with accreditation by the IOP (Institute of Physics).
• Physics has been taught at Aberystwyth since its foundation and it continues to be an innovative learning experience for all.
• You will be taught by experts in their field.
• You will have access to specialist astronomical equipment.
• Our Researchers are involved in the current European Space Agency ExoMars 2020 Project.
• The Department offers a number of modules through the medium of Welsh. Check out the module tab for further information.

What are my employability prospects after graduation?

Our graduates from this course have been successful in obtaining employment within the space industry.

Other graduates from the Physics department have discovered the following pathways:

• medical physics
• radiation protection
• research science
• systems development
• product development
• technical writing
• meteorology

Employability is embedded across all of our teaching and ethics. We instil these skills to our students:

• research and data analysis skills
• enhanced mathematical and computational skills
• effective problem-solving and creative thinking skills
• the ability to work independently
• time-management and organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines
• the ability to express ideas and communicate information in a clear and structured manner, in both written and oral form
• self-motivation and self-reliance
• team-working, with the ability to discuss concepts in groups, accommodating different ideas and reaching agreement

Academic qualification equivalents:

• We generally accept minimum 75% in year XII Std. of the Centeral Board of Secondary Education and the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, in addition to the state boards of education in India.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS          :         6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component
• TOEFL         :         88 with minimum component scores: Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 17. 
• PTE             :          55 with minimum scores of 51 in each component 

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