Overview
Learning outcomes for Astronomy at Boston University
- Demonstrate graduate-level knowledge of astronomy and physics, including the following topics: fundamental physics and astrophysics; gravitation, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics appropriate to astronomy; and the dynamical behavior of space and astrophysical plasmas.
- Demonstrate graduate-level knowledge of observational techniques used to study astronomical and space phenomena.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the forefront of the field through PhD-level research.
- Ability to communicate astronomical information orally (or signed) to a graduate- and faculty-level audience.
- Ability to communicate astronomical information in written form.
- Demonstrate critical thinking about astronomical topics as well as other technical and general scientific topics.
- Perform original scientific research at a high level.
- Publish original research in a dissertation and (typically peer-reviewed) journals.
- Appropriately use and acknowledge work of others.
- Disseminate and handle data and other research products in an appropriate manner.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cosmic Controversies
- The Solar System
- The Astronomical Universe
- Life Beyond Earth: A Consideration of Extraterrestrial Civilizations
- Cosmology
- Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics
- Solar and Space Physics
- Radiative Processes and Spectroscopy
- Cosmic Plasma Physics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
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Astronomy & Space Sciences View 34 other PhDs in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Online Application Form
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
- Transcripts from all previously attended institutions – unofficial copies
- Statement of Purpose (Research Interests)
- Resume/CV
- GRE General Test (optional)
- GRE Physics Subject Test (optional)
- English Language Proficiency Tests (TOEFL / IELTS)
Tuition Fee
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63798 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 63798 USD per year during 60 months. -
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63798 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 63798 USD per year during 60 months. -
In-State
63798 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 63798 USD per year during 60 months.
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