Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics

You have access to first-class research facilities in our new laboratories, which are equipped for synthetic and analytical techniques ranging from soft organic polymers to nanoparticles to highly sensitive organometallic species.

Our four-year Integrated Master's gives you the opportunity to work on a research project, in an area of your choosing, and gain a valuable postgraduate qualification which can help to give you the edge in the job market.

In your first year, the focus is on the fundamentals of mathematics, physics and astronomy. These skills are developed further in your second year and third year, along with the chance to explore wider topics such as quantum physics, optics, observational astronomy, and stars, galaxies and the Universe.

In your final year you study advanced space science modules including star formation and galactic structure and rocketry and human spaceflight as well as in undertaking an in-depth project with one of our cutting-edge research groups.

You can also tailor your degree to suit you with a professional placement year or broaden your horizons by studying at another institution for your third year.

To be considered for entry to Year 1 of a Kent undergraduate degree programme, Jordanian students typically need to have completed one of the following:

• A foundation course, either at a UK based college, or a college in Jordan. All applicants with a foundation qualification will be considered on an individual basis – please contact the International Recruitment team at [email protected] to check if your qualification is acceptable
• One year of a Bachelor degree at a recognised university with an average grade of Very good/76%/B or a GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Associate Degree/Al-Shamel Intermediate Diploma from a recognised Community College with a final grade of at least Good/75%

Kent Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics graduates have an excellent employment record with recent graduates going on to work for employers:

• Airbus
• The Met Office
• Defence Engineering and Science Group (MoD)
• BAE

Career-enhancing skills

You graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience. In addition, you also develop the key transferable skills sought by employers, such as:

• excellent communication skills
• work independently or as part of a team
• the ability to solve problems and think analytically
• time management.

You can also enhance your degree studies by signing up for one of our Kent Extra activities, such as learning a language or volunteering.

Help finding a job

The University has a friendly Careers and Employability Service which can give you advice on how to:

• apply for jobs
• write a good CV
• perform well in interviews.