Would you like to explore the most fundamental questions in the universe? Or learn about the formation of stars and planets, or the evolution of our Milky Way? Do you want to learn all there is to know about building large telescopes and the data science behind them? The Master's in Astronomy at the University of Groningen offers you the opportunity to dive deep into some of the most fundamental questions about the universe.
✔ Learn from world-leading researchers at the renowned Kapteyn Astronomical Institute.
✔ Specialise in areas such as observational astronomy, theoretical astronomy, astronomical instrumentation, and data science.
✔ Gain hands-on experience through high-level research projects and access to state-of-the-art facilities.
✔ Excellent career prospects in science, technology, and beyond.
In this two-year Master's programme, you will deepen your knowledge of astronomy and develop advanced skills in research, data analysis, and instrumentation. You will be part of a vibrant international research community working on topics like the structure and dynamics of galaxies, the formation of planetary systems, cosmology, and the development of astronomical instruments. You can tailor your curriculum to your interests, including the option to prepare for careers beyond academia with the Science, Business and Policy track.
Choose from the following tracks:
Na studia magisterskie mogą kandydować wszyscy, którzy ukończyli studia licencjackie lub inżynierskie (studia I stopnia), studia magisterskie lub studiują na ostatnim roku studiów I-stopnia. Studia, które planujesz powinny mieć zbliżony profil do tych obecnych lub ukończonych, ponieważ w procesie rekrutacji kluczowa jest ich zgodność programowa.
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Cambridge C1 CAE or Cambridge C2 CPE Certificate with a min. score of 180
IELTS (Academic): overall score 6.5 (min. 6.5 in every category)
TOEFL iBT*: overall score 90 (min. 21 in Reading, Listening, and Speaking, 24 in Writing)
TOEFL iBT*: overall score 4.5 (min. 4 in Reading and Speaking, 4.5 in Listening, 5 in Writing)
At least a Bachelor's degree in Astronomy; admission is decided on a case by case basis for applicants with at least a Bachelor's degree in Physics or Applied Physics.
This is merely an indication of required background knowledge. The Board of Admissions determines whether the specific contents of your previous degree programme meet the admission requirements.
The Groningen Master's degree programme aims to give students the best opportunity to take part in major European or global astronomical research projects, PhD programmes, and professions involving astronomical instrumentation and informatics.
While the Master’s programme in Astronomy is primarily designed to train researchers, a substantial number of graduates successfully find employment in the public or private sector. Astronomy graduates are well-trained problem solvers, skilled professionally not only in astronomy but also in physics, mathematics, IT and computing science.