University of Leicester
Training
University of Leicester offers 3 training opportunities:
The Politics of Space Security and Space Law
Short course (Online) by University of Leicester · £600
Develop and expand your staff and organisation’s comprehension of UK and international space policy, security and international space law with recognised and leading space policy and law experts.
Endangered Archaeology: Using Remote Sensing to Protect Cultural Heritage
MOOC (Online) by FutureLearn, University of Leicester, Durham University, University of Oxford, and British Council · Free
Discover how to use satellite imagery to identify and assess endangered archaeological sites in the Middle East and North Africa.
Executive training for the space sector
Seminar (Online) by Alden Legal, University of Leicester, and National Space Academy · POA
Alden Legal and the National Space Academy are excited to be able to offer this unique specialist course, combining trusted legal advice and current insight on regulation and policy with accessible technological expertise and comprehensive knowledge of space sector contexts. This one-day course is a brilliant primer for executives from all backgrounds
Degrees
University of Leicester offers 26 degrees:
Physics with Space Science
Master's (4 years) at University of Leicester
This four-year degree expands on the Physics with Space Science BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into industry. It’s also a solid base for pursuing PhD research. As a Physics with Space Science student you will acquire an appreciation of th...
Physics with Foundation Year
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
If you would love to study physics here at Leicester, but you don’t quite have the entry requirements, this Foundation Year degree is your path to making it happen. Our integrated Science, Technology and Engineering (STEM) Foundation Year degrees ...
Aerospace Engineering
Master's (1 year) at University of Leicester
In a field as innovative as aerospace engineering, the sky truly is the limit. This Masters degree covers advanced concepts and current knowledge in essential areas such as fluid dynamics and materials modelling. This is for you if you are interest...
Aerospace Engineering
Master's (4 years) at University of Leicester
With advances in technology and design, aircraft engineering is always evolving. In theory and practice, this aerospace engineering degree will help you tackle these challenges, while also setting you up to become a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Whet...
Physics with Astrophysics
Master's (4 years) at University of Leicester
This four-year degree expands on the Physics with Astrophysics BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into industry. It’s also a solid base for pursuing PhD research. We run the longest established Physics with Astrophysics degree in the UK, on w...
Aerospace Engineering (with a Year in Industry)
Master's (5 years) at University of Leicester
With advances in technology and design, aircraft engineering is always evolving. In theory and practice, this aerospace engineering degree will help you tackle these challenges, while also setting you up to become a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Whet...
Space Exploration Systems
Postgraduate Diploma (6 months) at University of Leicester
Our Space Exploration Systems MSc focuses on robotic and human space exploration. The degree is managed by an international joint academic-industrial consortium with partners in France, Italy and the UK Designed for physicists and engineers, this ...
Natural Sciences (Life and Physical Sciences)
Master's (4 years) at University of Leicester
This four-year degree expands on the Natural Sciences BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into relevant professions. It’s also a solid base for pursuing PhD research. Whether you take a three-year BSc or a four-year MSci, your degree in Natura...
Physics
Master's (4 years) at University of Leicester
This four-year degree expands on the Physics BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into industry. It’s also a solid base for pursuing PhD research. All our Physics students study the same core of fundamental physics and maths, based on Institute...
Aerospace Engineering (with a Year in Industry)
Bachelor's (4 years) at University of Leicester
We’ve come a long way since the Wright Brothers. But in an area as innovative as aerospace engineering, the sky truly is the limit. From flight dynamics to aero-engine design, you’ll learn what it takes to make your mark in this exciting field. Wh...
Physics with Space Science
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
When we look up at the stars, it’s impossible not to wonder. This degree takes your curiosity seriously. Alongside the fundamentals of physics, you’ll study areas like space astronomy, Earth observation, rocket propulsion and human spaceflight. As...
Natural Sciences with Foundation Year
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
If you would love to study Natural Sciences here at Leicester, but your A-level subjects don’t match our entry criteria, or you don’t quite have the entry requirements to get in, this degree is your bridge to making it happen. Our integrated Scien...
Physics
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
Matter and energy. Waves and fields. Relativity and mechanics. In this degree, you’ll be studying the most fundamental of the sciences: physics. From the sub-atomic and cosmological, to the trajectory of your own career, you’ll be learning things t...
Physics
Master's (4 years) at University of Leicester
This four-year degree expands on the Physics BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into industry. It’s also a solid base for pursuing PhD research. All our Physics students study the same core of fundamental physics and maths, based on Institute...
Aerospace Engineering
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
We’ve come a long way since the Wright Brothers. But in an area as innovative as aerospace engineering, the sky truly is the limit. From flight dynamics to aero-engine design, you’ll learn what it takes to make your mark in this exciting field. Wh...
Aerospace Engineering (with a year abroad)
Bachelor's (4 years) at University of Leicester
We’ve come a long way since the Wright Brothers. But in an area as innovative as aerospace engineering, the sky truly is the limit. From flight dynamics to aero-engine design, you’ll learn what it takes to make your mark in this exciting field. Wh...
Physics with Space Science
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
When we look up at the stars, it’s impossible not to wonder. This degree takes your curiosity seriously. Alongside the fundamentals of physics, you’ll study areas like space astronomy, Earth observation, rocket propulsion and human spaceflight. As...
Aerospace Engineering (with a year abroad)
Master's (5 years) at University of Leicester
With advances in technology and design, aircraft engineering is always evolving. In theory and practice, this aerospace engineering degree will help you tackle these challenges, while also setting you up to become a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Whet...
Natural Sciences (Life and Physical Sciences)
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
This combined science degree is built on inter-disciplinary research. This means you’ll cover all the fundamentals of the physical and life sciences, but you’ll also dive into advanced areas like astrobiology, molecular analysis and biophysics. Wh...
Physics and Astronomy
Doctorate / PhD (4 years) at University of Leicester
We offer PhD and MPhil supervision in areas compatible with the research interests of our academic staff including: - Earth Observation Science - Radio and Space Plasma Physics - Space Science and Instrumentation - Theoretical Astrophysics ...
Physics with Astrophysics
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
Galaxies, stars, nebulae, black holes, quasars, pulsars, novas, supernovas. Astrophysics deals with physics on a big scale. In this degree, you’ll cover a range of astrophysics subjects, alongside the fundamentals of physics and maths. We run the ...
Physics
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
Matter and energy. Waves and fields. Relativity and mechanics. In this degree, you’ll be studying the most fundamental of the sciences: physics. From the sub-atomic and cosmological, to the trajectory of your own career, you’ll be learning things t...
Satellite Data Science
Master's (2 years) at University of Leicester
Satellite observations of the Earth provide us with detailed information about the natural environment and allow us to monitor how humans are altering the planet. Uptake, use, and commercialisation of Earth observation data demands expertise in dat...
Physics with Space Science
Master's (4 years) at University of Leicester
This four-year degree expands on the Physics with Space Science BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into industry. It’s also a solid base for pursuing PhD research. As a Physics with Space Science student you will acquire an appreciation of th...
Physics with Astrophysics
Master's (4 years) at University of Leicester
This four-year degree expands on the Physics with Astrophysics BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into industry. It’s also a solid base for pursuing PhD research. We run the longest established Physics with Astrophysics degree in the UK, on w...
Geology with Palaeontology
Bachelor's (3 years) at University of Leicester
The history of life on Earth is written in the rocks, and it takes a palaeontologist to decipher it. If you love fossils, and what they can tell us about evolution and environmental change, then this geology degree is for you. Palaeontology addres...