121 PhD programmes in Astronomy & Space Sciences

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.

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.

The Physics and Astronomy course at Rutgers University is designed to give students a broad understanding of classical and modern physics, with intensive training in one of the frontier areas of modern research.

The Radio and Space Science programme offered by Chalmers University of Technology develops advanced research expertise in space processes, electromagnetic measurements, and environmental observations.

The Astronomy Department at University of Florida offers graduate programs leading to the M.S., M.S.T. or Ph.D. degrees in astronomy.

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

The PhD program in Astronomy at Boston University prepares students to engage in research at the forefront of their field and to begin a position in academia or research. The program mainly consists of courses in astronomy and original research conducted under the guidance of a faculty advisor.

The Exact Sciences programme at Adam Mickiewicz University Poznan focuses on fundamental and applied research across disciplines such as astronomy, computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and physics.

Astronomy students at Georgia State University are involved in four main areas of research: Black Holes and Active Galaxies, Stars and Extrasolar Planets, Solar Physics, and High Angular Resolution Imaging.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Astronomy at Texas A&M University provides students the opportunity to perform forefront research in the major areas of the field, under the supervision of world-leading faculty at the Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics and Astronomy.

Graduate Physics and Astronomy programs at Johns Hopkins University are among the top programs in the field. Students engage in original research starting in their first semester and have flexibility in choosing their course of research and designing their path through the program.

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.

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.

Astronomy Students at Saint Mary's University can pursue original significant research and become world authorities in any of the areas represented by our faculty members. PhD in Astronomy program at Saint Mary’s University offers many opportunities for student interaction with faculty and visiting researchers.

The Astronomy and Space Sciences programme offered by Cornell University develops advanced research expertise in celestial phenomena, cosmic systems, and space-based scientific investigation.

The Department of Astronomy at University of California, Berkeley offers a graduate program aimed at the PhD degree in Astrophysics. Entering students need not have majored in astronomy, although some background in astronomy is desirable. A strong background in physics, however, is essential.

Welcome to the Planetary Science program offered at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). We study real-world problems on Earth and other planets through applied physics, chemistry, or biology. 

This PhD program is offered by the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and includes specializations in three major subdisciplines of physics.

The goal of the graduate program in Astronomy at University of Washington is education and mentoring of our students toward their long-term careers in research and teaching in astronomy or related STEM fields.

The PhD Physics and Astronomy program at Brigham Young University prepares students for professional careers in astronomy and astrophysics.