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University of Glasgow

Astronomy and Physics

Scotland, United Kingdom · UCAS FF5H

Level
Bachelor
Duration
5 years
Campus
Gilmorehill (Main) Campus
Intl. Tuition
£33,708 (2027-28)
Home Tuition
£9,790 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
FF5H

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Physics graduates are highly sought across finance (quantitative roles), technology, engineering, data science, defence and research. Many proceed to postgraduate research; others enter software development, financial modelling or scientific consulting.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Glasgow has one of the UK's liveliest student scenes — renowned for its music, comedy and arts, brilliant pubs and restaurants, and a famously warm and unpretentious local culture.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
38,710
Staff Ratio
13.0:1
International
36.0%

Career Prospects

Avg Starting Salary
£34,760
First-year earnings
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£33,708
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Home Tuition
£9,790
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page

City & Location

Large city (500k-1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Science
  • Physics
  • Particle physics
  • Computational physics
  • Chemical physics
  • Molecular physics
  • Molecular science
  • Electricity
  • Theoretical physics
  • Mathematical physics
  • Marine physics
  • Electronics
  • Microelectronics
  • Power electronics
  • Molecular electronics
  • Applied electronics
  • Physical electronics
  • Digital electronics
  • Solid state physics
  • Experimental physics
  • Electronic physics
  • Mechanics
  • Stress mechanics
  • Applied mechanics
  • Theoretical mechanics
  • Aerodynamics
  • Engineering solid mechanics
  • Acoustics
  • Fuel injection mechanics
  • Optics
  • Laser physics
  • Quantum mechanics
  • Quantum gravity
  • Applied physics
  • Atmospheric sciences
  • Engineering physics
  • Technological physics
  • Atmospheric physics
  • Nuclear physics
  • Atomic physics
  • Radiation physics
  • Planetary physics
  • Astronomy
  • Radioastronomy
  • Astrophysics

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
38,710
Total students
Staff Ratio
13:1
Students per staff
International Students
36%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Large city (500k-1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool maritime
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual

Student Life & City (indicative)

Glasgow has one of the UK's liveliest student scenes — renowned for its music, comedy and arts, brilliant pubs and restaurants, and a famously warm and unpretentious local culture.

What Students Love

  • Active music scene
  • Vibrant nightlife & bars
  • Rich arts & cultural scene
  • Diverse international food scene

University Stats

Total Students38,710
Student-to-Staff Ratio13:1
International Students36%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Avg Starting Salary
£34,760
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Physics graduates are highly sought across finance (quantitative roles), technology, engineering, data science, defence and research. Many proceed to postgraduate research
  • others enter software development, financial modelling or scientific consulting.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Healthcare
  • Finance
  • Technology

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£33,708
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Home Tuition
£9,790
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Total Programme Cost
£168,540
For full 5 years

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£33,708per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£9,790per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Estimated Total (per year)£33,708

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£695/mo
Food & Groceries£256/mo
Transport£90/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,220
Annual living costs£14,646/yr

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