Keele University

Staffordshire

United Kingdom

Overview

The Astrophysics and Chemistry BSc (Hons) program at Keele University is a combined honours degree designed to develop students' skills and experience in two engaging and exciting scientific subjects. Offered by the School of Chemical and Physical Sciences, the curriculum provides a solid grounding in the underpinning theory of both areas with extensive hands-on practical experience. Students explore the workings of the universe through astrophysics, applying physics to understand phenomena like black holes and the expansion of the Universe, while also expanding theoretical knowledge and practical skills in chemistry, specializing in areas like spectroscopy and investigating core advanced modules in physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry. The program offers opportunities to personalize learning through optional modules and provides access to industry-standard equipment in the Central Science Laboratories and Keele's own observatory.

Location

Tawney Building, Keele, ST5 5BG

Website

https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

Median Salary

$26,500

Ranking

#908

US World and News Report

#501

The World University Rankings

#791

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

78%

Yield Rate

15.2%

Cost and Scholarships

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Funding Options

Scholarship

Merit Scholarship

Need-Based Aid

Scholarships

Undergraduate Global Scholarship (GBP 3,000) - For 2026/27 academic year for international students (automatic, based on academic achievement). Generally for full-time undergraduate students starting in September and applied to the first year of study only. Self-funding international students are eligible.; Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG) (GBP 3,000) - For international students (automatic, based on academic achievement). Generally for full-time undergraduate students starting in September and applied to the first year of study only. Self-funding international students are eligible.; International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship (GBP 1,000) - For international students (automatic, based on academic achievement). Generally for full-time undergraduate students starting in September and applied to the first year of study only. Self-funding international students are eligible.; Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarship - Full fee and monthly stipend for students with refugee status (application required). Generally for full-time undergraduate students starting in September and applied to the first year of study only. Self-funding international students are eligible.; Care Leavers' & Estranged Students' Bursary (GBP 1,000) - Â£1,000 per year, plus Â£500 upon graduation (for home students, based on personal circumstances, application required). Generally for full-time undergraduate students starting in September and applied to the first year of study only.; Placement Bursary Initiative (GBP 500) - Up to Â£500 for non-mandatory placements (for home students, automatic). Generally for full-time undergraduate students starting in September and applied to the first year of study only.; International Excellence Scholarship (GBP 5,000) - For select programs. Generally for full-time undergraduate students starting in September and applied to the first year of study only. Self-funding international students are eligible.; GREAT India Scholarship (GBP 10,000) - For select programs. Generally for full-time undergraduate students starting in September and applied to the first year of study only. Self-funding international students are eligible.