MSC By Research Astronomy

MSC By Research Astronomy is a Masters program taught at University of Manchester, UK. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The University of Manchester offers an MSc by Research in Astronomy and Astrophysics through the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The programme involves research-led study in areas that include cosmology, pulsar astronomy, time-domain astrophysics, galactic and stellar astrophysics, solar physics, and instrument development, with supervision provided by academic staff.

Students study full-time or part-time with in-person delivery. The programme includes transferable skills training, and there are some school teaching opportunities. Research supervision includes independent pastoral back-up, and the postgraduate research environment is described as well funded. Applicants apply with a specific research project title or proposed area of research, along with a proposed supervisor.

The minimum requirements for admission in MSC By Research Astronomy at University of Manchester for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by University of Manchester.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Manchester as pre-requiste for admission in MSC By Research Astronomy.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

The standard academic entry requirement for this MSc by Research is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the MSc by Research (or international equivalent).

Applicants will need to demonstrate competency in English language. Applicants must also include a supporting statement, certificates and transcripts, and details of two referees in the online application.

• IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6 in writing and listening, and 5.5. in all other sub-tests.
• TOEFL iBT: At least 4.5 overall with no subskill below 4.5. We do not accept 'MyBestScore'.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): At least 70 overall with no subtest below 59.
• Pre-sessional English: successful completion of a pre-sessional English course run by the University Language Centre to meet our English language requirements.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/programmes/list/02353/msc-by-research-astronomy-and-astrophysics

• IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6 in writing and listening, and 5.5. in all other sub-tests.
• TOEFL iBT: At least 4.5 overall with no subskill below 4.5. We do not accept 'MyBestScore'.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): At least 70 overall with no subtest below 59.
• Pre-sessional English: successful completion of a pre-sessional English course run by the University Language Centre to meet our English language requirements.

85 fully funded scholarships are listed for UK. See UK scholarships.