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Overview
The Master of Science in Astronomy and Astrophysics pays special attention to both the analysis and astrophysical interpretation of data and to the technological side of astronomical research, and thus prepares you to be a competitive candidate in the international PhD circuit and for a broad range of professional careers.
Career
A research-oriented master's MSc in Astronomy and Astrophysics at KU Leuven in astronomy and astrophysics is essential to ensuring high-quality astronomy research. Employment opportunities exist in government agencies, private research institutes, NGO’s, academic institutes, R&D section of industry als well as educational services. Graduates of this master’s will have a competitive advantage when applying for a PhD, either locally or abroad
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Projects
- Stellar Structure and Evolution
- Galaxies and Cosmology
- Observational Techniques in Astronomy
- Radiation Processes in Astronomy
- Observational Astrophysics: Proposal Preparation
- Research Projects in Theoretical Astrophysics
- Research School in Observational Astronomy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 94
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 4 other Masters in Astronomy & Space Sciences in BelgiumAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 94
Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency.
- Applicants with a Belgian diploma: these applicants do not have to take an English proficiency test.
- Applicants with a previous diploma earned in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom or the USA: the certified diploma and transcripts suffice, provided they confirm that the entire university study was completed in English. Absolutely no other diplomas will be accepted as evidence even if the applicant has followed an exclusively English-taught programme.
- Other applicants should submit a satisfactory score on an internationally recognized test of English language proficiency: TOEFL (minimum score 94 internet-based with at least 19 for reading, 18 for Listening, 19 for speaking and 21 for writing) or IELTS (minimum score 7 overall, whilst at least 6,5 for reading, 6 for listening, 6 for speaking and 6 for writing).
Tuition Fee
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International
1250 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1250 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
961 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 961 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Leuven
810 - 1280 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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