Brighton,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Astronomy in Brighton United Kingdom | University of Sussex
University of Sussex
|
Brighton United Kingdom
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
25,000
(c. USD33,357.5)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Delve into advanced studies of astronomy and astrophysics, with concentrations in observational, theoretical, or computational approaches. This program stands as one of just three comprehensive, full-time astronomy master's courses available in the UK.
Ideal for physics or applied mathematics graduates with significant physics coursework, this course teaches you to apply your knowledge to astronomical studies. Our Astronomy Centre leads globally in diverse areas of theoretical and observational astrophysics research, with special emphasis on the early cosmos, galaxy formation, and cosmic evolution.
As a founding member of the South East Physics Network (SEPnet), our Department plays a key role in advancing physics research, education, and innovation across the region.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
You should normally have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above.
Subject-specific requirements
Your qualification should be in a physics-, mathematics- or astronomy-based subject, or a subject with significant mathematical or physical content, and include modules in calculus, differential equations, mechanics, electrodynamics and quantum mechanics. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
IELTS (Academic) - Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).
TOEFL (iBT) - 80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing.
Subject-specific requirements
Your qualification should be in a physics-, mathematics- or astronomy-based subject, or a subject with significant mathematical or physical content, and include modules in calculus, differential equations, mechanics, electrodynamics and quantum mechanics. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
IELTS (Academic) - Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).
TOEFL (iBT) - 80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing.
Tuition
GBP
25,000