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Gilmorehill Campus

Content

Year 2:
You will have training in more specialised experimental techniques and expand your knowledge of modern physics research. You will also be introduced to the foundations of astrophysics, covering topics including the physics of our solar system, the origin of stars and galaxies, and the evolution of the universe.

You will also study other subjects in years 1 and 2 : see Degrees in Arts, Life Sciences, Science and Social Sciences.

Years 3, 4 and 5:
If you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4) you will continue to study core topics in greater depth but will also study specialist subjects of your choice in depth and will undertake project work, often within a world-leading research group.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Entry to year 2 is 3 Advanced Highers at AAA including Maths and Physics plus Highers at AAABB.