Masters Degrees in Astronomy Observation

We have 23 Masters Degrees in Astronomy Observation

Masters degrees in Astronomy Observation teach postgraduates the observational techniques needed to research and record data about the visible universe. Related subjects include Observational Astrophysics and Astronomy. Entry requirements typically include an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject such as Mathematics or Physics.

Why study a Masters in Astronomy Observation?

## Practices within Observational Astronomy involve examining and understanding celestial objects, including their appearance, distance from Earth and position within (or sometimes beyond) our Solar System. These courses aim to help you decipher how the components of the universe relate and interact, what they can tell us about the distant universe, and the implications of their relationship with Earth. Training typically includes methods for designing and using observational equipment, including telescopes and satellites. Similarly, you might learn to plot the data from these techniques onto graphs to record general trends of celestial objects and related processes. For example, you could assess the velocity, magnitude or temperature of an object via radio or spectrograph observation. Careers in this field are varied, though observational astronomers typically work on government programmes, which assign them to research involving a national observatory or spacecraft.

Planetary Sciences MSc (On Campus)

University of Aberdeen |
School of Geosciences

We live in a time of unprecedented investment and collaboration in space exploration led by the ‘big six’ space agencies – NASA, ESA, Roscosmos, CNSA… View course

Online On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Planetary Sciences MSc (Online)

University of Aberdeen |
School of Geosciences

This flexible online degree gives you a pathway into a space industry career, whatever your academic background. View course

Online Part time Full time Scholarships available

Astrophysics and Cosmology

University of Padua |
School of Science

The Master’s degree in Astrophysics and Cosmology aims at providing students with a comprehensive, up-to-date view of the main fields of modern… View course

On campus Full time Scholarships available

MPhil in Astronomy

University of Cambridge |
Institute of Astronomy

The MPhil is offered by the Institute of Astronomy as a full or part-time period of research and introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge. View course

On campus Part time Full time

MASt in Astrophysics

University of Cambridge |
Institute of Astronomy

The Institute of Astronomy offers an exciting opportunity for suitably qualified students who have completed a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in… View course

On campus Full time

MPhil in Planetary Science and Life in the Universe

University of Cambridge |
Institute of Astronomy

The course encompasses several different educational and societal objectives: Societal demand for multi-domain expertise to tackle the challenges… View course

Full time

Astrophysics MSc

Liverpool John Moores University |
Astrophysics Research Institute

This MSc in Astrophysics is delivered by world-leading Astrophysics researchers at Liverpool John Moores University and is designed to facilitate further postgraduate and PhD study. View course

Online Part time Scholarships available

MDP in Exact Sciences: Astronomy and Space Physics

University of Turku |
Natural Sciences

In the Master's Degree Programme in Exact Sciences: Astronomy and Space Physics specialisation track, you can study a broad range of topics from the… View course

On campus Full time Scholarships available

Masters Degrees in Astronomy Observation

We have 23 Masters Degrees in Astronomy Observation

Why study a Masters in Astronomy Observation?

Departments and universities

Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

UCD College of Science