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Overview
What does this Astronomy and Education MSc programme at Leiden University entail?
Astronomy and Education optimally prepares you to teach the subject of physics to secondary school students, based on a solid background of high quality research in astronomy. The programme comprises a one-year Astronomy component, followed by an education component in the second year. This master’s specialisation uniquely enables you to make a relevant impact on society by educating today’s secondary school pupils for tomorrow’s challenges in the field of (astro)physics.
Programme overview
At the start of the master’s programme, you are required to draw up the Master Study Plan: a complete list of planned courses and projects for two subsequent academic years in consultation with the Study Advisor Astronomy. The curriculum of this master’s specialisation consists of an Astronomy component to be followed in the first year, and an Education component in the second year, offered by the Leiden Graduate School of Teaching. On top of the Education component, you can also participate in the World Teachers Programme.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Interstellar Medium
- Large Scale Structure and Galaxy Formation
- Origin and Evolution of the Universe
- Stellar Structure and Evolution
- Galaxies: structure, dynamics and evolution
- Simulation and Modeling in Astrophysics (AMUSE)
- Star and Planet Formation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Dutch
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 25 other Masters in Astronomy & Space Sciences in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
If you have a bachelor’s degree in Astronomy or in an Astronomy-related programme from a foreign research university with a level similar to Dutch universities, you are eligible to apply under the condition that you have in-depth knowledge (comparable to undergraduate courses of the Leiden Astronomy curriculum) with:
- a theoretical and mathematical emphasis, including quantum physics, electrodynamics, statistical physics, and complex analysis.
- courses in the field of Astronomy.
- and with proficiency in programming, preferably in the Python language.
Tuition Fee
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International
19600 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19600 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
2209 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2209 EUR per year during 24 months.
- Second Dutch master’s programme: €15,100 per year
Living costs for Leiden
850 - 1250 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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