MSc Astrophysics with Placement Year
Course Overview
This program provides a comprehensive foundation in fundamental physics while exploring the most advanced topics in modern astrophysics, from exoplanets to cosmology. You will develop specialized research and problem-solving skills through a major project supervised by a leading expert, preparing you for a successful career in scientific research. The course offers unique flexibility with multiple award routes, allowing you to tailor your studies to your specific interests.
Key Program Highlights
- Conduct a major research project supervised by a leading expert in the field
- Gain hands-on training in both observational astrophysics and theoretical application
- Explore phenomena across all scales, from exoplanets and stellar life cycles to active galaxies and cosmology
- Develop highly transferable skills in critical thinking, scientific programming, and advanced data analysis
- Choose from multiple specialized award routes to tailor your degree to your academic and career goals
Course Overview
This program provides a comprehensive foundation in fundamental physics while exploring the most advanced topics in modern astrophysics, from exoplanets to cosmology. You will develop specialized research and problem-solving skills through a major project supervised by a leading expert, preparing you for a successful career in scientific research. The course offers unique flexibility with multiple award routes, allowing you to tailor your studies to your specific interests.
Key Program Highlights
- Conduct a major research project supervised by a leading expert in the field
- Gain hands-on training in both observational astrophysics and theoretical application
- Explore phenomena across all scales, from exoplanets and stellar life cycles to active galaxies and cosmology
- Develop highly transferable skills in critical thinking, scientific programming, and advanced data analysis
- Choose from multiple specialized award routes to tailor your degree to your academic and career goals
Requirements
Modules
- Rocket Performance and Propulsion
- Star Formation and Evolution
- Foundations of Cosmology
- The Physics of Astronomical Spectra
- The Early Universe and Galaxy Formation
- Lagrangian Dynamics
- Space Dynamics
- Experimental Aerodynamics
- Relativity and Field Theory
- General Relativity
- Data Science Core Skills Bootcamp
- Galaxy Structure and Evolution
- Statistics and Analysis
- Research Techniques in Astrophysics
- From Stars to Planets
- Astrophysics Masters Project
- Space Systems
- High Energy Astrophysics
- Work Placement
