Study at Cardiff | Undergraduate

Physics and Astronomy

Admissions Criteria

The School has prepared this document to assist applicants in assessing whether they have the skills, attributes and qualifications which Cardiff School of Physics and Astronomy has identified as being important if students are to succeed on its undergraduate programmes of study. It also summarises the process which the School uses for selecting students and making offers, so that applicants understand how the School considers their applications.

Scope of the Criteria

All undergraduate Physics and Astronomy programmes - single or joint honours.

Profile of Applications

The School of Physics and Astronomy recruits approximately 100 students a year and competition for places is high.

Opportunities to learn more about the School and its programme of study

A University-wide Open Day for undergraduates is held in the Spring of each year and provides an opportunity to visit all departments in addition to residences, the Students’ Union and sports facilities. Please see our Open Day webpage for further details.

Feedback, Complaints and Appeals

The University has agreed procedures for dealing with requests for feedback which is outlined in the Admissions Framework:

• Complaints & Appeals Procedure for Applicants [52.5 Kb]

School Contact Details

Cardiff School of Physics & Astronomy

Email: admissions@cardiff.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)29 208 74144
Extension: 74144
Additional number: +44 (0)29 208 76457
Address:
Cardiff School of Physics and Astronomy
Queens Building
The Parade
Cardiff, Wales
CF24 3AA