Astronomy

• Physics and astronomy at Sussex is ranked 18th in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2017 and 14th in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2014-15.
• The Department is a founder member of SEPnet, the South East Physics Network of physics departments, which in 2008 received a joint award of £12.5 million to enhance collaboration in graduate teaching and research. In 2013 – after successfully exploiting the growing national interest in physics – we benefited from another joint award of £13.1 million to support vital research, teaching and development of physics in the South East.
• The Astronomy Centre carries out worldleading research in many branches of theoretical and observational astrophysics. Our particular focus is on the early universe, large-scale structure, the high-redshift universe, and galaxy formation and evolution.

Core modules

• Astrophysical Processes
• Extragalactic Astronomy
• Introduction to Cosmology
• Project (MSc Astronomy)
• Stellar & Galactic Astrophysics

Options

• Advanced Particle Physics
• Data Analysis Techniques
• Early Universe
• General Relativity
• Monte Carlo Simulations
• Object Oriented Programming
• Programming in C++

Requirements

• Magistr or Specialist Diploma with a minimum average mark of at least 4
• IELTS 6.0, with not less than 6.0 in each section.
• Reference
• Transcript
• A personal statement
• The application fee is £13 if you’re applying to just one course

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Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Scholarships

• Sussex Graduate Scholarship