Astrophysics
Entry requirements
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in Physics.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Course description
Our Astrophysics MSc explains the formation and evolution of stars, galaxies and the Universe itself. You’ll be trained on how to perform your own astronomical observations using our 0.5m telescope, which is located on La Palma in the Canary Islands and can be remotely operated from Sheffield.
You’ll deepen your understanding of the Universe with optional modules covering topics such as particle physics, dark matter, general relativity and astrobiology.
The biggest part of your Astrophysics MSc will be your research project. Topics for your research project could include galaxies, quasars, supernovae, massive stars, white and brown dwarfs, star formation, star clusters, planet formation and the evolution of the solar system.
Examples of recent research projects include:
- What triggers supermassive black hole growth?
- Panspermia in star clusters
- Are there planets around white dwarf binaries?
- Destroying protoplanetary disks
Field trip
On our Astrophysics MSc you’ll have the opportunity to go on a subsidised field trip to the international observatory on La Palma in the Canary Islands. The island is home to a number of world-leading telescopes, which our astrophysicists use, and is an ideal environment for astronomy, being both close to the equator and 2,400m above sea level.
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date information: www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/
Information for international students
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent
Fees and funding
https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Physics Admissions
- postgradphysics-enquiry@shef.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 114 222 3789