Astrophysics

Overview

The Astrophysics programme at Cardiff University  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.

Careers and placements

An MSc in Astrophysics can open the door to a wide variety of possible future careers. Our past graduates have secured employment in the fields of photonics, biophysics, instrumentation research and development, semiconductor physics both within academic science and industrial practice. You may also choose to undertake further postgraduate study or academic research within the field of astrophysics, or enter a highly-skilled numerate career in another discipline.

Placements

We have strong and established links with industry and may be able to offer you a placement with one of these partners for your research project. We may also have some academic summer placements available within the School, which can be extremely valuable to students seeking to continue in academic research.