Overview
Key facts
The format of the Astronomy degree at University of Cambridge is almost entirely research-based, and while projects may be exclusively theoretical or observational, many combine aspects of both. Many projects incorporate aspects of Data Science, including machine learning and artificial intelligence.
Note: The university also offers a PhD programme in Astrophysics at the Cavendish Laboratory.
It is normal for students to attend several relevant international conferences during their PhD, often presenting their own research work. Some students working on observational research projects undertake observing trips(s) to major international observatories.
Programme Structure
Curriculum includes:
- First-year PhD students are expected to attend an induction programme and a number of short courses covering research skills. A student journal club and presentation sessions operate weekly during the term. The total number of course and journal/presentation hours involved is approximately 40 in the first year of the PhD. For UKRI funded students there are some additional training requirements, which amount to approximately 20 hours.
- Acquiring knowledge of research in a broad range of astrophysics is an integral part of the PhD. In addition to specific PhD-related talks and discussions, students are expected to attend two weekly seminars or colloquia during the term.
- There are no formally assessed lecture courses.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 72 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Campus Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants for this course should have achieved a Masters (Pass).
- If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
- The Degree Committee for the Faculty of Physics and Chemistry normally requires applicants to have the equivalent of a UK master's (pass). This requirement is in addition to satisfying the University's minimum academic requirement. Applicants should obtain the equivalent of:
- at least a II.i in a UK four-year 'integrated master's' (honours) degree, OR
- at least a II.i in a UK three-year bachelor's (honours) degree plus a relevant one/two-year UK master's degree.
- you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
- you have paid the application fee if applicable. For further information on application fees, and which courses require an application fee, see here.
- your referees have provided their references.
Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents42546 GBP / year≈ 42546 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents11208 GBP / year≈ 11208 GBP / year
Living costs
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