Overview

Throughout the Particle Physics and Astrophysical Sciences MSc programme from University of Helsinki you will also acquire proficiency in the use of mathematical methods, IT tools and/or experimental equipment, as well as strong problem-solving and logical deduction skills.

These will qualify you for a career in research or for a wide range of positions in the private sector.

After completing the programme, you will:

Have wide-ranging knowledge of particle physical and/or astrophysical phenomena.

Have good analytical and computational skills and the ability to make sophisticated deductions.

Be able to apply theoretical, computational and/or experimental methods to the analysis and understanding of various phenomena.

Be able to apply your knowledge of particle physical and astrophysical phenomena as well as identify their interconnections.

Be able to formulate hypotheses and test them based your knowledge.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Cosmology

Quantum Statistics

Path Integral Quantization
Gauge Field Theories

Quantum Field Theory

Open problems in modern astrophysics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-16 00:00:00

Language

English, Finnish, Swedish

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Helsinki, Finland

Disciplines

Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 3 other Masters in Astronomy & Space Sciences in Finland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You have completed or will complete by 31 August a first-cycle degree or a second-cycle degree (degrees from universities of applied sciences included) or a postgraduate degree in Finland or abroad.

You have completed or will complete applicable studies required for the master’s programme by 15 January.
You have sufficient proficiency in Finnish, Swedish or English.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15000 EUR / year

≈ 15000 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Helsinki

Finland

975 - 1584 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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