Hertfordshire · HatfieldUnited Kingdom
MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics with Space Science
46% maths and foundations · 7% data and computing

Our classification by 35 module titles, weighted by module count.
A 4-year master's programme, taught in English, in Hatfield.
Across 4 years of study.
One line per theme. Hollow stop: the semester isn't stated. Our classification by module titles.
Share of modules by theme in each semester. Our classification by module titles.
All 35 modules
| Module | UK CATS |
|---|---|
| · Semester AB | 30 |
| · Semester AB | 30 |
| · Semester A | 30 |
| · Semester B | 15 |
| · Semester B | 15 |
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| Module | Type | UK CATS |
|---|---|---|
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Core | 15 |
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester B | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester B | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Optional | 15 |
Source: s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com, checked 31 Oct 2026
| Module | Type | UK CATS |
|---|---|---|
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Core | 15 |
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester A | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester A | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester B | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester A | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester A | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester AB | Optional | 30 |
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
Source: s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com, checked 31 Oct 2026
| Module | Type | UK CATS |
|---|---|---|
| · Semester AB | Core | 60 |
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
| · Semester A | Core | 15 |
| · Semester B | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester B | Optional | 15 |
| · Semester B | Core | 15 |
Source: s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com, checked 31 Oct 2026
Where this programme leans, compared with the same level and field.
Share of credits by theme. Right: modules counted. Our classification by module titles.
Share here against the average of 6 similar programmes. Our classification by module titles.
About the same as typical: data and computing, projects and labs, specialist subjects.
The same mix of themes, cut by year of study. Our classification by module titles.
Close to similar programmes
Close to similar programmes
More data and computing 17% against 13% at most
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≥ £17,970 first year · 2027/28 · EU/EEA · our sum
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≥ £10,050 first year · 2027/28 · home students · our sum
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| Fee | Who pays it | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EU citizens | 2026/27 | £17,450 / year ≈ €20,908 |
| Tuition | International students | 2026/27 | £17,450 / year ≈ €20,908 |
| Tuition | UK home students | 2026/27 | £9,790 / year ≈ €11,730 |
| Tuition | UK home students | 2027/28 | £10,050 / year ≈ €12,042 |
| Tuition | EU citizens | 2027/28 | £17,970 / year ≈ €21,531 |
| Tuition | International students | 2027/28 | £17,970 / year ≈ €21,531 |
| Tuition | UK home students | 2026/27 | £1,222 Per 15 credits ≈ €1,464 |
| Tuition | EU citizens | 2026/27 | £2,180 Per 15 credits ≈ €2,612 |
| Tuition | International students | 2026/27 | £2,180 Per 15 credits ≈ €2,612 |
| Tuition | UK home students | 2027/28 | £1,225 Per 15 credits ≈ €1,468 |
| Tuition | EU citizens | 2027/28 | £2,246 Per 15 credits ≈ €2,691 |
| Tuition | International students | 2027/28 | £2,246 Per 15 credits ≈ €2,691 |
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Among 10 similar programmes, in euros / year
Costs more than 1 of 9 similar programmes. Half of them cost between €21,531 and €25,102.
Same level, field and language. Years differ; euros are approximate (ECB).
| Applied and Interdisciplinary Mathematics (Vysoké učení technické v Brně) | 2026/27 | ≈ €3,000 |
| This programme | 2027/28 | ≈ €21,531 |
| MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics (University of Hertfordshire) | 2027/28 | ≈ €21,531 |
| MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics with Space Science (University of Hertfordshire) | 2027/28 | ≈ €21,531 |
| MPhys (Hons) Physics (University of Hertfordshire) | 2027/28 | ≈ €21,531 |
| MSc Molecular Biotechnology (University of Hertfordshire) | 2027/28 | ≈ €22,795 |
| Applied Aquatic Biology MSc (University of Portsmouth) | 2027/28 | ≈ €25,102 |
| Biotechnology MSc (University of Portsmouth) | 2027/28 | ≈ €25,102 |
| MSc Astrophysics (University of Hertfordshire) | 2027/28 | ≈ €27,552 |
| MSc Theoretical Physics (University of Hertfordshire) | 2027/28 | ≈ €27,552 |
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Similar: same level, field and language, United Kingdom
The first two matches side by side with this programme, then 4 more.
| This programmeMPhys (Hons) Physics with Space Science | SimilarMPhys (Hons) Physics | SimilarMPhys (Hons) Astrophysics | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £17,970 / year · 2027/28 | £17,970 / year · 2027/28 | £17,970 / year · 2027/28 |
| Duration | 4 years | 4 years | 4 years |
| Language | English | English | English |
| Next date | 18 Sep 2027 | 29 Sep 2027 | 29 Sep 2027 |
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Hertfordshire · HatfieldUnited Kingdom
46% maths and foundations · 7% data and computing
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MPhys (Hons) Physics with Space Science is a master's programme in sciences and maths at University of Hertfordshire in Hatfield, United Kingdom. It takes 4 years. Teaching is in English.
The institution publishes 35 modules, of which 13 are optional. By our classification of module titles, the largest themes are maths and foundations (46%), free electives (17%) and data and computing (11%).
It includes an internship and a semester abroad.
£17,970 / year · 2027/28 · EU/EEA; prices differ by citizenship (UK home students: £10,050; EU citizens: £17,970; International students: £17,970). In euros that is ≈ €21,531.
18 Sep 2027 (Next start).
English (Requires IELTS 6.0).
4 years.
University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, United Kingdom.
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