Astrophysics

Explore the darkest reaches of the universe with our Astrophysics program offered at Queen Mary University of Londonandgain a detailed insight into the fundamentals of astrophysics. We offer one of the broadest ranges of higher-levelastrophysics modules in the UK, so you can create a bespoke MSc tailored to your own interests.

The Astrophysics program offered at Queen Mary University of London will give you a comprehensive understanding of the field, while also keeping you up-to-date with the very latest developments in astrophysics research.

The program will cover diverse topics, such as the origin of the universe, dark matter, dark energy, galaxies, radiation mechanisms, the life and death of stars, black holes, extrasolar planets, space and solar plasma astrophysics, and the solar system.

You’ll join a thriving, friendly research community, with a busy schedule of research seminars, colloquia, meetings and workshops (as well as regular social events), so you can make the most of the specialist research skills you’ll develop on this course.

Career paths

We have been preparing students for careers in astrophysics research since 1972. Several of our alumni hold posts at prestigious universities in the UK and internationally, including the University of Cambridge.

You will be given comprehensive training in research methods, substantial independent project work and access to the expertise and culture of the department. This is excellent preparation for a doctorate in astrophysics, but equally valuable for skilled technical professions.

Recent graduates of our MSc programs have gone on to PhD studies and positions such as:

• Business and data analyst
• Consultant
• Data scientist
• Programming analyst

Courses include:

• Astrophysical Plasmas

• Deep Learning

• Radiative Transfer andAstrochemistry

• The Galaxy

• Relativity and Gravitation

• Advanced Cosmology

• Stellar Structure and Evolution