San Francisco,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Astronomy and Astrophysics in San Francisco United States | San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
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San Francisco United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
15,168
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in Astronomy & Astrophysics program includes in-depth studies of classical mechanics, stellar astrophysics, radiation processes in space, extragalactic astronomy & cosmology, along with data analysis methods for astronomical research. Elective courses often cover topics like special & general relativity, plasma physics, and computational physics. Participants can choose between three final requirements: completing a Master's Thesis, undertaking a Capstone Project, or passing a Comprehensive Oral Exam.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To meet the minimum eligibility standards for graduate study at San Francisco State, an applicant must: hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution, or shall have completed equivalent academic preparation as determined by the appropriate campus authority, have a 3.0 GPA or better in their earned undergraduate degree or the last 60-semester (90-quarter) units completed, or have earned a post-baccalaureate degree, IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL IBT-80, PBT-550, PTE- 59
Transcripts from all previous institutions of higher education. The overall GPA or the GPA in the last 60 units of study should be at least 3.0. The GPA in mathematics and physics courses should also be at least 3.0.
Two letters of recommendation from faculty who know your academic record and potential for independent research.
A statement of purpose describing your interest in pursuing graduate study in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at SFSU.
Transcripts from all previous institutions of higher education. The overall GPA or the GPA in the last 60 units of study should be at least 3.0. The GPA in mathematics and physics courses should also be at least 3.0.
Two letters of recommendation from faculty who know your academic record and potential for independent research.
A statement of purpose describing your interest in pursuing graduate study in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at SFSU.
Tuition
USD
15,168