PhD in Astrophysics

Class Profile

Class Size

20

Average Age

29

Average Work Experience

4 Years

Diversity

North America:

5%

Africa:

2%

Others:

6%

UK:

60%

Asia:

10%

South America:

2%

EU:

15%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

80%

Top recruiters

Gilead Sciences

National Science Foundation

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

European Space Agency

SpaceX

Canadian Space Agency

GKN Aerospace

Alzheimer's Research UK

Collins Aerospace

Headspace

Talkspace

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$33,000 / year

FAQs

• What are the required textbooks for first years courses?

  

  All first years physics courses have full online course notes however most student will want to have access to: Principles of Physics, Halliday, Resnick & Walker, International Student Edition (10th Edition). Covers the material in first and some second years courses. It is also an excellent reference to have on your shelf. Mathematical Methods for Physicist and Engineers: A Comprehensive Guide. Riley, Hobson & Bence (3rd Edition). Standard mathematical textbook useful for the whole of a physics degree. There are additional recommend text books for optional courses which will be available on the on-line course pages as the start of the year.

• Do I need a laptop, and if so what specification?

  

  Any modern machine will work, so typically: Windows machine running Windows-10 with at least 4 Gbytes memory and at least 5 Gbytes of free space. Mac machine running MacOS 10.4 of newer with at least 4 Gbytes and at least 5 Gbytes of free space. Modern web browser (Chrome or FireFox recommended) PDF reader (Adobe Acrobat reader recommended) Webcam and microphone capable and internet connection able to support video conferencing (Zoom / Teams or equivalent) All software licenses will be supplied and will include: Full Office-356 including Teams (do not purchase you own license) TopHat lecture response software. Overleaf (on-line LaTeX) In addition you will be required to download some additional license free packages, in particular Anaconda (Python) Individual Edition.

• What is the difference between the MPhys degree and MSc degrees at other UK universities?

  

  The MPhys and MSci degrees are equivalent, they are both “Integrated Masters” degrees as defined by Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 11 which is equivalent to Qualification in England and Wales Level 7. The detailed structure will be different at different universities. Check the relevant entry and programme details.