Overview

The Astrophysics and Cosmology Master is offered by Sapienza University of Rome. Admission to this program is not restricted and takes place by means of the assessment of the student’s curricular requisites and personal skills.

Key Facts

The master’s degree program in Astrophysics and Cosmology aims to provide a solid mastery of the modern aspects of Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology, focusing both on theoretical and experimental aspects. The program includes some compulsory courses that provide the basis of modern theoretical and experimental astrophysics and cosmology together with laboratory activities, and several elective courses closely related to the main frontier research activities in the fields of astrophysics and cosmology. The research groups present in the Physics Department offer ample opportunities for advanced research theses.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Astrophysical Processes and Plasmas
General Relativity
At the Student's Choice
Stellar Astrophysics
Astrophysics Laboratory
Physical Cosmology
Further Linguistic Knowledge

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-31 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Roma, Italy

Disciplines

Astronomy & Space Sciences View 9 other Masters in Astronomy & Space Sciences in Italy

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Academic requirements

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

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General requirements

BSc Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics or in a similar subject. Students are required to have a basic knowledge of Classical Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics, Quantum Mechanics and Statistical Mechanics.

He/She should have laboratory experience and knowledge of the methods of data analysis for physical sciences.

Moreover, he/she should have some knowledge of computer programming and of the most important numerical methods used in Physics.
Students should also submit a CV and a motivational letter.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

2924 EUR / year

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EU/EEA Nationals

2924 EUR / year

≈ 2924 EUR / year

Additional Details

1.€2,924/year standard fee; ISEE-based reductions may apply. 2.Foreign-income filers pay €300–€1,500/year, based on country of origin.

Living costs

Roma

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

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