* Deposit
IELTS requirement of 6.5 overall in IELTS with 5.5 in each subscore.
Taught topics reflect our world-leading strengths in theoretical, observational and instrumentational research and include Cosmology, Advanced General Relativity and Gravitational Waves, Instrumentation for Astronomy and Techniques in Astrophysics.
Our MSc in Astrophysics is a full-time degree course which aims to provide specialist training and an edge in a highly competitive recruitment market to students who wish to work in the field of astrophysics. On the course, we will cover theoretical, observational and instrumental areas in astrophysics and other scientific disciplines. We encourage you to develop a critical awareness of current research problems and new insights at the forefront of astronomy and astrophysics. We will also discuss the working context of the modern astrophysicist, including the safety, ethical, and research environments.
On completing the course students should be able to pursue a career in academic research, physical science industrial practice, research and development, or in other highly-skilled numerate careers.
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Core modules
Techniques in Astrophysics
Study and Research Skills in Astrophysics
Research Project
Optional modules
Computational Physics
Commercialising Innovation
Theoretical Physics
Statistical Mechanics
Large Molecules and Life
Data Analysis
Physics and Reality
Formation and Evolution of Stars
Cosmology
High Energy Astrophysics
Introduction to General Relativity
Instrumentation for Astronomy
Advanced General Relativity and Gravitational Waves
Galaxies and Galaxy Evolution
Energy and Gas in Interstellar Space
Gravitational Wave Astrophysics
An MSc in Astrophysics can open the door to a wide variety of possible future careers. Our past graduates have secured employment in the fields of photonics, biophysics, instrumentation research and development, semiconductor physics both within academic science and industrial practice. You may also choose to undertake further postgraduate study or academic research within the field of astrophysics, or enter a highly-skilled numerate career in another discipline.
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
