Astrophysics MSc
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
About this programme
This MSc provides students with the skills, knowledge and research ability for a career in astrophysics. The programme is designed to satisfy the need, both nationally and internationally, for well-qualified postgraduates who will be able to respond to the challenges that arise from future developments in this field.
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £42,700 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a strongly Astrophysics- or Physics-based programme from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (6)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- UCL Global Excellence ScholarshipsPartial funding · Deadline March-April each year
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust Centenary Award 2026Partial funding