32 PhD programmes in Astronomy & Space Sciences in England, United Kingdom

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Physics and Astronomy

The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Leicester offers research supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics and Astronomy.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$32,322/yr

Astronomy

The Astronomy Unit at Queen Mary University of London offers postgraduate research opportunities across a wide range of areas of Astronomy and Astrophysics, leading to the degrees of PhD and MPhil. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$41,785/yr

Space Engineering

The University of Surrey Space Centre is the largest UK academic centre for space engineering research. With a host of expert academics and close links with industry, the Centre offers the ideal research environment for the next generation of space scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$36,254/yr

Physics and Astronomy

Join our rich and vibrant community of researchers in the Physics and Astronomy programme from University of Southampton. Together we’re understanding the physics behind the fabric of the Universe and how it affects the world we observe.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$36,387/yr

Physics and Astronomy

You will be at the cutting-edge of physics research, working alongside world-leading experts in one of the largest Physics departments in the UK, within the Physics and Astronomy programme from University of Birmingham.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3½ years$39,066/yr
University of Lincoln4,1(50)
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Astrophysics

Students in the Astrophysics programme from the University of Lincoln can benefit from specialist computational facilities, training programmes to enhance research skills, and support from dedicated academic supervisors. 

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years, 3 months$25,191/yr
The Open University UK4,2(170)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Stellar Astrophysics

Stellar Astrophysics is a major facet of Astronomy research at The Open University UK. We have strengths in both multi-wavelength observational programmes as well as in theoretical and computer modelling studies.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,885/yr
University of Sussex4,0(67)
Brighton, England, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Astronomy

Explore the extragalactic with our world-leading faculty in this Astronomy research programme offered at the University of Sussex.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$36,387/yr
The Open University UK4,2(170)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Astronomy Education

Academics in the Astronomy Research Group have led a number of Astronomy Education research projects, in collaboration with eSTEeM, The Open University UK centre for STEM pedagogy.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,885/yr
University of Portsmouth4,0(102)
Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom +1 Top 3% in Worldwide

Cosmology and Astrophysics

If you're ready to take your knowledge and interest in Cosmology and Astrophysics into a postgraduate research degree, there's no better place than the University of Portsmouth.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,591/yr
The University of Manchester4,0(94)
Manchester, England, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Astronomy and Astrophysics

The Astronomy and Astrophysics at The University of Manchester is one of the largest and most active schools of physics in the UK. We have a long tradition of excellence in both teaching and research, and have interests in most areas of contemporary research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,852/yr
The University of Manchester4,0(94)
Manchester, England, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Nonlinear Physics

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Manchester is one of the largest and most active physics departments in the UK. We have a long tradition of excellence in both teaching and research, and have interests in most areas of contemporary research. This PhD in Nonlinear Physics is offered at The University of Manchester.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,852/yr
The Open University UK4,2(170)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Astrochemistry

Astrochemistry at The Open University UK is the study of molecules in space, how they form, where they form, and what role they play in shaping the formation and evolution of astrophysical systems, particularly in star and planet formation.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,885/yr
The Open University UK4,2(170)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Imaging in Space

Scientists at The Open University UK have been involved in the development of instruments for space applications for many decades. The university offers this Imaging in Space programme.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$21,885/yr
University of Sheffield4,3(104)
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Physics and Astronomy

The University of Sheffield provides a vibrant and friendly environment for postgraduate study, offering you the change to carry out research at the cutting edge of Physics and Astronomy.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$35,934/yr
Keele University4,3(18)
Keele, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Astrophysics and Physics

We offer a degree in Astrophysics and Physics programme at Keele University. Physics Research at Keele focusses on “Astrophysics” and “Materials Science and Renewable Energy”.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,451/yr
University of Oxford4,2(115)
Oxford, England, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics

The sub-department’s research focuses on the study of physical processes in the atmospheres, surfaces and oceans of the Earth and other planets, using experimental, computational and theoretical techniques. We offer a Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics degree at the University of Oxford. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$46,250/yr
The Open University UK4,2(170)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Exoplanets and Planetary Physics

The study of exoplanets is a rapidly moving field at the forefront of Astrophysics. This Exoplanets and Planetary Physics programme is offered at The Open University UK.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,885/yr
The Open University UK4,2(170)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Planetary Surfaces and Atmospheres

The aim of the Planetary Surfaces and Atmospheres research group at The Open University UK is to better understand planetary environments, including habitability, from both the geoscience and physical science perspective.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,885/yr
The University of Manchester4,0(94)
Manchester, England, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Planetary Science

Planetary Science applies a fundamental knowledge of isotopes and chemistry together with new observations to understand natural systems. This programme is offered at The University of Manchester.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,852/yr

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