About Msc Astrophysics in University of Sheffield
Course description
This course explains the formation and evolution of stars, galaxies and the Universe itself. It includes training on how to perform your own astronomical observations using our 0.5m telescope, which is located on La Palma in the Canary Islands but can be operated remotely from Sheffield. You can also take part in a subsidised field trip to La Palma and visit some of the world’s top observatories.
There are a number of modules to choose from, covering topics to deepen your understanding of the Universe, such as cosmology, dark matter, general relativity and astrobiology. We can run projects on topics including galaxies, quasars, supernovae, massive stars, white and brown dwarfs, star formation, star clusters, planet formation and the evolution of the solar system.
Field trip
MSc Astrophysics students can go on a subsidised field trip to the international observatory on La Palma in the Canary Islands. The island is home to a number of world-leading telescopes that our astrophysicists use, and is an ideal environment for astronomy, being both close to the equator and 2,400m above sea level.
Entry requirements
Undergraduate degree in the physical sciences or a related subject (for example mathematics or computer science). We usually ask for a 2:1 degree in physics, astronomy or astrophysics.
English language requirements
Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
University Of Sheffield Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Establishment |
1905 |
| Endowment |
33 million GBP |
| Post Graduation Employment Rate |
85% |
| Mode of Program |
Full time; Online |
| Academic Calendar |
Semester Based |
| Average Cost of Attendance |
26,600 GBP |
| Application Mode |
Online |
University of Sheffield Average Cost
The tuition fee (In GBP) for various programs is tabulated below:
| Field of Study |
Undergraduate |
Postgraduate |
| Arts |
17,600-19,800 |
17,600-20,100 |
| Management |
17,600 |
12,250 |
| Architecture, Science, Engineering |
22,600 |
22,600-23,600 |
| Medicine |
33,500 |
17,600-24,600 |
| Dentistry |
35,880 |
47,1000 |
University of Sheffield The Average Tuition Fees and Other Expenses
| Fees |
Amount (GBP) |
| Tuition |
17,600 – 35,880 |
| Other fees |
1,661 |
| Accommodation |
4,651.81 - 11,211 |
| Meal |
971 – 3,850 |
| Gym membership |
220 – 290 |
| StudyCare Insurance |
400 |
| Total |
25,503.81 – 53,212 |
