Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Astronomy and Astrophysics)
STEM Course
3 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
£28,974/Yr
£28,974 /Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy in Astronomy and Astrophysics at Cardiff University is a 3 years program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is also offered on a part-time basis for a duration of 5 years.
- The start date of the program is January, April, July, and October.
- Students have to successfully complete a project in the last year of the program.
- These projects make extensive use of computer modeling and simulations, using national and international supercomputers, as well as powerful in-house parallel machines.
- University provides an internship program that gives undergraduates from around the world the opportunity to conduct research with the Gravity Exploration Institute over the summer vacation.
- Students have to successful applicants for up to eight weeks at Cardiff conducting research with a group mentor.
- About 95.7% of graduates get employed, further study, or both shortly after graduating
- The School of Physics and Astronomy ranked 6th in the UK for the quality and impact of our research.
- Cardiff University has a reputation for world-class research and provides an excellent experience for its student body.
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Important Dates
University allocates places on a first-come, first-served basis, so students are recommended to apply as early as possible.
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | £28974 (GBP 28974) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing | £12260 (GBP 12260) |
| Food | £3199 (GBP 3199) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants should have a 2:1 Honours undergraduate degree or a master's degree, in computing or a related subject from a recognized university.
- Applicants with appropriate professional experience are also considered. Degree-level mathematics (or equivalent) is required for research in some project areas.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students will need successful completion of a relevant bachelor's degree from a recognized institution, with grades of approximately 55%-60% to qualify for the postgraduate courses.
- Students will also require the successful completion of a relevant master's program from a recognized institution.
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.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Personal Statement - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying in a minimum of 250 words.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities for the students are:
- Atmospheric Scientist
- Aerospace Engineer
- Computer Hardware Engineer
- Electronics Engineer
- Meteorologist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Rutherford Fellowship | Scholarship per student£ 3,105/Yr$3,105 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Monica Cole Research Grant | Scholarship per student£ 1,291/Yr$1,291 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Commonwealth Professional Fellowship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| JN Tata Endowment Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Commonwealth Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
Options Available
| Program | Delivery Type | Duration |
| Ph.D Astronomy Instrumentation | full time | 3 years |
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