Overview

The Astrophysics programme from University of Leeds gives you not just a broad grounding in astrophysical concepts, but also practical skills in observational astronomy, data analysis and digital simulations. Modern astrophysics is also a highly collaborative field, often with large teams working on huge data sets like those from telescopes or detailed astrophysical simulations.

Communicating high level scientific concepts, working in teams and presenting your research are core parts of your studies with us. We aim to develop you into a well-rounded and adaptable scientist, equally capable of further research in Astrophysics or applying your skills to industry.

Key facts

• From finance to energy, aerospace to electronics — the industries open to you with an Astrophysics MSc from Leeds are vast. Our MSc will ground you with a high level of numeracy and mathematical competence, computer skills and extensive technical academic scientific knowledge, all of which are valued by employers.

• Our MSc is also the perfect foundation for continuing postgraduate research and will provide you with the advanced knowledge and skills required to move onto a PhD.
• Build professional skills and industry insight through an eight-week optional online work experience programme, working on a real project with a partner organisation.