Master of Philosophy [M.Phil] (Astronomy)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
£33,972/Yr
£33,972 /Yr
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | £33972 (GBP 33972) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing | £14486 (GBP 14486) |
| Total Cost | £14486 (GBP 14486) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | £44645 (GBP 44645) |
Important Dates
The Astronomy course is closed and it is no longer accepting new applications.
- M.Phil in Astronomy at the University of Cambridge is offered on a full-time basis for a duration of 12-months.
- This is an on-campus program and a thesis-based program.
- The program starts at the beginning of October months
- The degree is not suitable for physicists and mathematicians wishing to prepare for a research PhD in Astrophysics and the number of students admitted is small.
- This program gives students the opportunity to acquire or develop skills and expertise relevant to their research interests.
- The research areas of the program are:
- Star Formation in Galaxies
- Observational Cosmology
- Theoretical Cosmology
- Stellar Astrophysics
- Star Formation and Accretion Processes
- Stellar Populations and Galaxy Dynamics
- X-ray Astrophysics
- Sky Surveys
- The examination shall include a viva (oral examination) with two examiners on the thesis and on the general field of knowledge within which it falls.
- Students are offered a series of studio sessions and hands-on workshops, offering support in research skills and techniques.
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Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a UK High Honours Degree from a recognized University.
- Or, students complete a 4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) or C1 Advanced-Grade A or B (with at least 193 in each individual element) plus a language center assessment.
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) or C2 Proficiency-Grade A, B, or C (with at least 200 in each individual element).
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they complete one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year bachelor's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a B.Sc/B.Com/B.A (3-4 year) degree from well-ranked institutions with an overall grade of 70% or CGPA 7.3+.
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Scores Required
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.
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- Applications Engineer
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- Chief Systems Engineer
- Electrical Engineer
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- EO/IR Systems Engineer
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irene Hallinan Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 5,886/Yr$5,886 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeAwards | |
| Cambridge Trust Scholarship- UG and PG 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Rhodes Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 20,883/Yr$20,883 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Cambridge C.T Taylor Fund | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Gates Cambridge Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Oxford and Cambridge Society of India (OCSI) Scholarships | Scholarship per student£ 5,624/Yr$5,624 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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