Master of Astrophysics at University of Bonn

University of Bonn

Germany, Bonn

University Rank:#207

International students can study the Astrophysics at University of Bonn at its main campus in Bonn, Germany. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on October 10, 2026.

About Master of Astrophysics

Students in the Astrophysics masters degree program learn how to approach astrophysical problems and apply research methods to solve these problems, transcending the existing state of knowledge if necessary. Engaging with interdisciplinary questions, students are furthermore enabled to identify cross-disciplinary interrelations, applying research methods and findings in an independent, responsible and self-critical way. In addition to courses covering the (astro)physical properties of the basic elements forming our universe (stars, interstellar medium, galaxies and cosmology), the degree program includes a lab course with experiments on modern questions of physics. The curriculum is complemented by a large variety of electives that cover the entire range of astrophysical research. The focus of these electives is aligned with the work of University of Bonn and Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy researchers, covering star formation, star development, supernovae, compact objects such as microquasars, neutron stars and pulsars, black holes, interstellar medium, star clusters, galaxies, active galactic cores (such as quasars), galaxy clusters, cosmology, large-scale structure of the universe, gravitational lenses and sky surveys in different frequency ranges (radio/X-ray astronomy and optical astronomy). Through the Bonn-Cologne Graduate School, students can also attend courses at the University of Cologne. Possible lines of work: Education and research (e.g. universities, observatories, etc.), service sector, machine and device engineering, microelectronics, energy technology, software development, scientific journalism

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Astrophysics at University of Bonn

Entry Requirements

Examination Regulations (German versions are legally binding) Academic degree (German or foreign) in University degree (German or non-German) in physics or a related disciplinea relevant course of study English language proficiency (CEFR level B2) Atomic, molecular, solid state, nuclear and/or elementary particle physics (15 ECTS credits) | Lab courses (15 ECTS credits) | Quantum mechanics and statistical physics (15 ETCS credits) | Basic knowledge in astrophysics equivalent to the Introduction to Astrophysics course skill level (4 ECTS credits)

English Requirements

IELTSMin 5.5
TOEFLMin 72

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Astrophysics at University of Bonn

Master of Astrophysics at University of Bonn

University of Bonn

Germany, Bonn