Overview
Features
- The research interests in Astrophysics and Physics at Keele University include star formation and stellar clusters, late stellar evolution, massive stars and their impact on the early universe, the interstellar medium, binary stars, interacting binary stars, the detection and characterisation of extra-solar planets.
- The research interests in Materials Science and Renewable Energy include physical acoustics and 2D materials.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Transiting extrasolar planetary systems
- Eclipsing binary star systems
- Star cluster dynamics
- Evolved stars – mass loss and explosive ends
- Structure, content and dynamics of the interstellar medium
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Contact the listed administrator on the course website for more information. Our postgraduate support staff can assist applicants.
Language
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Disciplines
Astronomy & Space Sciences View 42 other PhDs in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- PhD, MPhil and DMs usually require an Honours degree with a first or 2.1 classifications, or the equivalent if you have been educated outside the UK. Any other academic and/or professional qualifications you may have are also considered, and in some cases form an integral part of the entrance requirement.
- A research proposal – guidance can be found here Project proposal
- At least one academic reference
- A copy of your passport
- Copies of transcripts and certificates verifying your qualifications.
- A copy of your visa (if you have one)
- Evidence of English language level (if English is not your first language and you have such evidence).
- Copies of transcripts and certificates verifying your qualifications
Tuition Fee
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International
16042 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16042 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Keele
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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