Astrophysics (MSc)

Cardiff University · Cardiff, United Kingdom

MScEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The Astrophysics (MSc) programme at Cardiff University (School of Physics and Astronomy) is a MSc programme delivered in English over 1 years (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This Master programme in Physics provides advanced theoretical and experimental training in quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, solid-state physics, and computational physics. Students conduct independent physical research using advanced laboratory instrumentation. Graduates work as research physicists, data scientists, and semiconductor engineers.

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Tuition (EU / EEA students): £31,700/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £31,700/year
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: September Intake

Programme overview

DegreeMSc
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultySchool of Physics and Astronomy

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Cardiff University

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Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£31,700	—	needs the fee

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Astrophysics (MSc)

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