Astrophysics, MSc by Research

Astrophysics research in the Jeremiah Horrocks Institute is carried out in the areas of:

• Stellar Physics
• Solar Physics
• Galactic
• Extragalactic Astrophysics.

You will join one of these research groups, completing a research project on a cutting-edge topic. You will be immersed in the life of the Institute taking part in:

• Group activities
• Weekly seminars
• Communicating your science to the general public.

You will use data from world-class facilities and space missions, such as GAIA, LSST Vera Rubin Observatory, TESS and Solar Orbiter. You will have access to world-class simulations and computing facilities to model phenomena ranging from galaxy evolution, to planet formation and space weather.

Supported by your supervisor and peers, you will take your research project from the planning stage through the analysis phase all the way to completion, answering a topical scientific question. You will acquire new skills in scientific analysis as well as project management skills, in great demand from employers.

4-year Degree from Government University / Recognised Private University GPA 2.5/4 (C+) (Above Average) on the 4 point scale or 3/5 (70-75%) (C) (Good+) on the 5 point scale

Associate Degree AND2-year Degree from Government University / Recognised Private University GPA 2.5/4 (C+) (Above Average) on the 4 point scale or 3/5 (70-75%) (C) (Good+) on the 5 point scale