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Cardiff University: Astrophysics

Institution Cardiff University
Department School of Physics and Astronomy View department profile
Web http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/physics-astronomy
Email enquiry@cardiff.ac.uk
Telephone +44 (0)29 2087 4455
Study type Taught

Summary

Taught topics reflect our world-leading strengths in theoretical, observational and instrumentational research and include Cosmology, Advanced General Relativity and Gravitational Waves, Instrumentation for Astronomy and Techniques in Astrophysics.

Our MSc in Astrophysics is a full-time degree course which aims to provide specialist training and an edge in a highly competitive recruitment market to students who wish to work in the field of astrophysics. On the course, we will cover theoretical, observational and instrumental areas in astrophysics and other scientific disciplines. We encourage you to develop a critical awareness of current research problems and new insights at the forefront of astronomy and astrophysics. We will also discuss the working context of the modern astrophysicist, including the safety, ethical, and research environments.

On completing the course students should be able to pursue a career in academic research, physical science industrial practice, research and development, or in other highly-skilled numerate careers.

Distinctive features

  • Tailor the course to your interests with our broad range of optional modules.

  • Benefit from our School-based facilities including laboratories and computing facilities.

  • Research-led MSc programme, with taught components delivered by experts in their field.

  • You will be part of the School’s postgraduate community and will have the support of a personal tutor.

  • The high level analytical and numeracy skills that are the basis of this course will open up opportunities in a wide range of professions.

MSc

University of Cardiff
The School of Physics and Astronomy


About usCardiff University
Physics is the fundamental science which lies at the heart of all technology and engineering. At Cardiff University School of Physics and Astronomy, we’re proud to be part of groundbreaking research exploring the frontiers of physics and astronomy.

Home to one of the largest astronomy groups in the UK, we are one of the founder members of the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) which first detected gravitational waves in 2016.

Our researchers have been instrumental in developing nanoscale 3D-printing of magnetic materials and we have led the development of …

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