Astronomy and Data Science Leiden University

Overview

In the master's specialisation Astronomy and Data Science you focus on development and application of new data-mining technologies, fully embracing modern astronomy as a data rich science.
The Astronomy and Data Science master's programme is built on world-class computational astrophysics research as well as hightech industry expertise. It covers a wide range of research areas studying complex astronomical phenomena, including radiative transfer, computation of dynamical internal galaxy structures and hydrodynamical modeling of galaxy formation and evolution of the intergalactic medium.

Will you be mastering the world's future data? Are you looking for a career in Astronomy and/or Computer Science, within or outside academia? Then our unique Astronomy and Data Science master's specialisation offers you numerous opportunities to assemble your own path in this direction.

Career prospects

With a master's degree in Astronomy you are well prepared for jobs in research, industry and the public sector, including technological, financial and consultancy companies, research institutes, governments and science communication organizations.

With a Leiden degree in Astronomy you obtain an impressive skill set leading you to a top-level job quickly after graduation. As a strong communicator and collaborator you can easily operate in an international setting. You have acquired extensive astronomical research experience and highly advanced analytical and problem solving skills. Their helicopter view and ability to prioritise enable astronomers to successfully engage in large multidisciplinary projects.

beroepen: Most graduates holding a MSc degree in Astronomy from Leiden University find work in many different capacities, including:

Accreditation

Accredited by NVAO, the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders.