The programme consists of a core of 5 lectured modules, the astrophysics laboratory and group project with further modules taken from the options list. Enough options have to be taken in order to raise the total load to at least 120 CATS credits, which is defined to be the normal load for this course. The maximum permitted load is 150 CATS. You must choose modules worth at least 15 CATS from the Options List.
| Core Modules |
Weeks |
CATS Credits |
|
1-10 |
10 |
|
1-10 |
10 |
|
1-10 |
15 |
|
15-24 |
15 |
|
1-10 |
10 |
|
1-10 |
15 |
|
15-24 |
15 |
| Option List |
|
|
|
15-24 |
15 |
|
1-10, 15-19 |
15 |
|
1-10 |
15 |
|
15-24 |
15 |
|
15-24 |
15 |
|
15-24 |
15 |
You may also take physics modules in the option list for year 3 of F303. These will be counted towards the requirement of the Option List of this course.
OVERLOADS (click to expand)
Where options are taken, so that the load exceeds the normal load, the marks for all modules attempted will appear on your University transcript. The overall year mark will be calculated as the arithmetic mean of the subset of whole modules, weighted according to their credit weighting, which satisfies the course regulations and results in the highest mark.
Before contemplating an overload you should discuss it with your personal tutor. We will be monitoring your registrations and you may be asked to discuss the situation with the Director of Studies or the Director of Student Experience. Please note that registering for modules and then not attempting the examination may be considered an abuse of the system and could lead to sanctions.
OPTION CHOICES
Please read our guide to choosing options before deciding which options to take. You should also discuss your choice of options with your personal tutor.
Standard options are those listed in the course regulations. To take an unusual option you should consult the document on unusual options and discuss your choices your Personal Tutor, in advance. You will need to obtain the necessary permission from the lecturer offering the module and complete an unusual option form.
You may NOT take the PX376 Communicating Science or PX3A0/1 Project.
