Astrophysics - MSc

University of Hertfordshire School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science

Full time & Part time See Course MSc 1 year full time, 2 years part time

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About the course

Ranked 1st in the East of England for postgraduate study, WhatUni Student Choice Awards, 2024

Why choose Herts?

Cutting edge research: study and research cutting edge astrophysics in Hertfordshire’s internationally renowned Centre for Astrophysics Research.
Bayfordbury Observatory: train as an astrophysicist in one of the best equipped teaching observatories in the UK.
Specialist modules: study a broad astrophysics curriculum, with a wide range of specialist option modules.

About the course

The programme offers three award routes that you can choose to study:

Entry Requirements

The normal entry requirements for the programme are:

A good (2.1 or above) Honours degree (or equivalent) in physics, astrophysics, or a closely related subject, where the degree is accredited by a professional statutory regulatory body such as the Institute of Physics (or a body of equivalent standing in a related subject or overseas).

If you wish to join the course with a 2.2, your application may be considered on a case-by-case basis, where entry may be possible based on additional information and/or an interview.

Fees

UK Students
Full time: £11655 for the 2024/2025 academic year
Part time: £970 per 15 credits for the 2024/2025 academic year

EU/International Students
Full time: £16450 for the 2024/2025 academic year
Part time: £1370 per 15 credits for the 2024/2025 academic year

Where will I study?

University of Hertfordshire

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