PhD in Astronomy and Astrophysics

Class Profile

Class Size

20

Average Age

29

Average Work Experience

4 Years

Diversity

Others:

10%

International:

10%

North West England:

45%

London:

15%

South East England:

20%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

55%

Top recruiters

National Endowment for the Humanities

National Health and Medical Research Council

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

European Space Agency

SpaceX

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Canadian Space Agency

GKN Aerospace

Collins Aerospace

Headspace

Talkspace

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$35,000 / year

Overall Cost

$50,000 / year

FAQs

• What is the acceptance rate for PhD in University of Manchester?

  

  50%

• Will the University provide me with computer equipment?

  

  The University runs a service to provide postgraduate researchers with personal computing equipment, namely laptops and desktop PCs. Further details including what computer equipment you can request via this service can be found on the IT Services website: Computer delivery service for postgraduate researchers.

• When will I get paid my stipend?

  

  For students who are supported by a Research Council Studentship, the stipend rate is set by Research Councils UK, and is expected to increase annually in line with inflation. The value of the award for the academic year 24/25 and the amount to £19,237. To receive your stipend, you must first enter your bank account details into the student system (Campus Solutions) as part of the registration process. Visit the To-do list page for instructions on how to do this. Payments will be made by bank transfer (BACS). Most stipends will be paid monthly (some will be made quarterly). The first instalment of your stipend will be paid on or around 1 October 2024. Further payments will be made on the final Thursday of each month. Email us at [email protected] if you are unsure how and when you will receive payments.

• Can I defer my entry?

  

  Yes, but this must be in consultation with your supervisor and, if relevant, your sponsor. Please contact the Doctoral Academy Admissions team at [email protected] for more information. We can only defer applications for up to one year.