Postgraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2026-2027
Module PHYS51545: Astrophysics
Department: Physics
PHYS51545: Astrophysics
| Type | Tied | Level | 5 | Credits | 45 | Availability | Available in 2026/2027 | Module Cap | None. |
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| Tied to | G5T309 |
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Prerequisites
Corequisites
- PHYS51915 Core Ia: Introduction to Machine Learning and Statistics and PHYS52015 Core Ib: Introduction to Scientific and High-performance Computing
Excluded Combination of Modules
Aims
- Introduction to the basic research skills needed by postgraduate research students; develop general background.
Content
- This module teaches you state-of-the-art research and science across a broad range of astrophysics, from stellar populations to galaxy formation and high-energy astrophysics.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
- Basic computing, accessing databases, scripts, presentation skills, specific research background.
Subject-specific Skills:
- Basic computing
Key Skills:
- Presentation skills
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 94 | 3 per week | 60 minutes | 94 | |
| Preparation and Reading | 356 | ||||
| Total | 450 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Coursework | Component Weighting: 100% | ||
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| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Exercise | 25% | ||
| Exercise | 25% | ||
| Exercise | 25% | ||
| Exercise | 25% | ||
Formative Assessment:
Through unmarked homework and feedback on the coursework
■ Students who do not attend monitored activities shown under Teaching Methods and Learning Hours, or who fail to complete the summative or formative assessment(s) specified above, may be subject to the Academic Progress procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University.