Astrophysics and Chemistry BSc (Hons)

Discover more about the nature of our Universe and learn how to develop solutions to society’s global challenges, from saving habitats through to contributing towards medical advances. Our Astrophysics and Chemistry BSc will equip you with the knowledge and skills to enter a huge variety of careers or to pursue further study.<br/><br/>**Why choose this course?**<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your practical skills in Keeles state-of-the-art Central Science Laboratories<br/><br/><br/>- Professional accreditation pathways are available<br/><br/><br/>- Authentic assessment methods replicate the type of tasks you would likely carry out during a career in chemistry <br/><br/><br/>- Enhance your employability by choosing to spend a year gaining work experience in a chemistry-related environment <br/><br/><br/>Choosing our combined honours in Astrophysics and Chemistry will help you develop skills and experience in two engaging and exciting subjects.<br/>In astrophysics you will apply physics to understanding how the universe works and you could possibly explore questions like Is there an Earth-like planet around another star? Is there a black hole at the centre of every galaxy? And Why is the expansion of the Universe accelerating? <br/><br/>From the technology we use to how we treat illnesses, chemistry is essential to our modern life and offers a wide variety of career opportunities in many fields from pharmaceuticals and food technology to forensics and teaching. This course will provide you with a solid grounding in the underpinning theory of both subject areas with plenty of hands-on practical experience in Keeles state-of-the-art laboratories and opportunities to personalise your learning by choosing from a range of optional modules.<br/><br/>**About Keele**<br/>Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. <br/><br/>We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. <br/><br/>Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.