Close icon

Personalise what you see on this page.

Choose from the options below. We'll show you information based on your current location as default.

I'M FROM

  • United States
Please select so we can show the most relevant content.

LIVING IN

  • United States
Please select so we can show the most relevant content.

LOOKING FOR

  • Undergraduate courses
Please select so we can show the most relevant content.
Viewing as a student from United States living in United States interested in Undergraduate courses

Course options

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Mile End

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    16-SEP-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Explore the darkest reaches of the universe with our Astrophysics MSc and gain a detailed insight into the fundamentals of astrophysics. We offer one of the broadest ranges of higher-level astrophysics modules in the UK, so you can create a bespoke MSc tailored to your own interests.

Utilise our excellent facilities, including our Astronomical Observatory

Work with researchers involved with state of the art facilities such as JWST, ALMA, the Parker Solar Probe, LIGO, LISA, Euclid and the Vera Rubin Observatory

Become eligible for membership of the Royal Astronomical Society and use of their facilities

Gain specialist research skills that are valuable for both a career in industry or a future PhD

Benefit from our pioneering, strong research. In particular, Queen Mary astronomers discovered the exoplanet, Proxima b, orbiting our nearest star, Proxima Centauri

Be taught by and undertake research with our distinguished international experts and have regular contact with them throughout the programme

What you'll study

Our Astrophysics MSc will give you a comprehensive understanding of the field, while also keeping you up-to-date with the very latest developments in astrophysics research.

The programme will cover diverse topics, such as the origin of the universe, dark matter, dark energy, galaxies, radiation mechanisms, the life and death of stars, black holes, extrasolar planets, space and solar plasma astrophysics, and the solar system.

You’ll join a thriving, friendly research community, with a busy schedule of research seminars, colloquia, meetings and workshops (as well as regular social events), so you can make the most of the specialist research skills you’ll develop on this course.

Assessment

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including coursework, written examinations and presentations

You will also be assessed through your dissertation and research project

Application deadline

08 September 2023

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 28,900per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London

  • University League Table

    53rd

  • Campus address

    Queen Mary University of London, Admissions and Recruitment Office, Mile End Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 4NS, England

Students can experience campus life while living in London, one of the most exciting cities on the planet. The best of both worlds!
Research at Queen Mary is world-leading across disciplines, with its academics making a major impact across all subject areas.
Queen Mary is truly inclusive, with multiple nationalities represented on its campuses.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    42nd out of 48 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 231
    141 62%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    43rd

    6
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.71 74%

    39th

    1

Is this page useful?

Yes No

Sorry about that...

HOW CAN WE IMPROVE IT?

SUBMIT

Thanks for your feedback!