Course overview
This programme will be made up of a combination of modules from both Astrophysics and Mathematics. In Astrophysics, you will learn to formulate and tackle problems – from below the level of the atomic nucleus to astronomical scales. Alongside this you will be studying Mathematics where you will explore the beauty, elegance and practicality of pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics.
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In the Teaching Excellence Framework Also Top 5 in the UK (THE ranking, broad-based universities)Top 3
in England for overall Student Satisfaction NSS 2019 (broad-based universities)97%
of research world leading, or of international importance Research Excellence Framework, 2014Student testimonials

Elizabeth Jones, Astrophysics with Mathematics (2014)
"A background in physics is extremely useful for this role. This has enabled me to quickly understand how the company’s products operate based on fundamental principles, and the effects of environmental factors on the different materials within the products. " - read more about Elizabeth Jones, Astrophysics with Mathematics (2014)

Emily Sage, Astrophysics with Mathematics (2012)
"I love the responsibility that I’ve been given, especially at such an early stage in my career." - read more about Emily Sage, Astrophysics with Mathematics (2012)

David McGhee, Astrophysics with Business Management (2015)
"I am very proud to be working with such a reputable brand in the dynamic gaming industry. My job utilises the skills I developed as an astrophysics undergraduate at Keele University to identify and solve complex problems." - read more about David McGhee, Astrophysics with Business Management (2015)

Stephen Towe, Mathematics and Physics (2012)
"I also have the satisfaction that the work I do genuinely impacts people’s lives. I have been lucky enough to spend some time working in hospitals whilst at Elekta and to see the machines that we make in use in a clinical setting gives me great satisfaction." - read more about Stephen Towe, Mathematics and Physics (2012)
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