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PHY-20002 - Module Specification
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

For academic year: 2024/25 Last Updated: 21 November 2024

PHY-20002 - Stellar Astrophysics
Coordinator: Joana Maria Oliveira Room: LJ1.48 Tel: +44 1782 7 33493
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 5
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
School Office: 01782 734921

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

Successful completion of FHEQ level 4 modules in Physics/Astrophysics.

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

Covers the basics of nuclear and particle physics, and applies these to understanding the nature and evolution of stars.

Aims
This module provides an understanding of nuclear and particle physics particularly as it relates to processes occurring in stars, how this drives the evolution of stars, and hence how the elements are created and distributed. You will acquire skills in handling large bodies of complex (astronomical) data, analyse their statistical properties, and use them to advance our scientific knowledge.

Talis Aspire Reading List
Any reading lists will be provided by the start of the course.
http://lists.lib.keele.ac.uk/modules/phy-20002/lists

Intended Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate comprehension, grasp and appreciation of physics related to stellar astrophysics: 1,2,3
Solve problems related to stellar astrophysics: 1,2

Study hours

Active Learning Hours:
24 hours of lectures
12 hours problem classes
18.5 hours laboratory work
2.5 hours examination
Independent Study Hours:
24 hours laboratory reports and problem sheets preparation
69 hours examination revision and private study

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Exam weighted 60%
2.5 hour unseen exam


2: Problem Sheets weighted 20%
Problem sheets


3: Report weighted 20%
Laboratory report


The University undertakes a continuous review of its teaching and research provision to ensure programmes are of a high quality and changes may be made to modules where it is necessary and reasonable to do so. Please be aware that minor changes to modules, such as a change to an individual assessment, can occur up until enrolment, although we endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes. Details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/legalgovernancecompliance/governance/actcharterstatutesordinancesandregulations/studenttermsconditions/

Last Updated: 21 November 2024