MSc Astrophysics
at University of Glasgow, Glasgow

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College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

MSc Astrophysics
at
University of Glasgow
Overview

University of Glasgow`s College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences offers MSc Astrophysics Degree program. The 12 months course of MSc Astrophysics is offered by the University of Glasgow. To pursue Degree MSc Astrophysics fees for international students is Pound 29700.0. The University of Glasgow MSc Astrophysics requirement for international students are IELTS and PTE. Graduation cutoff for admission is 55.0%.

Duration	12 months
Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Tuition & Fees	₹31.54 Lakh View full breakup
Type of University	Public
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MSc Astrophysics
at
University of Glasgow
Highlights

Astrophysics MSc is offered by College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences under University of Glasgow, UK.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 12 Months.
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MSc Astrophysics
at
University of Glasgow
Curriculum

Latest curriculum for MSc Astrophysics at University of Glasgow can be downloaded from the below link. The curriculum PDF has semester wise course structure, electives and detailed course content. You can also check course curriculum of other specializations offered in MS at University of Glasgow

MSc Astrophysics
at
University of Glasgow
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#56	Biological Sciences QS, 2024
#81	Life Sciences THE (Times Higher Education), 2024
#76	Physics ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2023

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MSc Astrophysics
at
University of Glasgow
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned

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55%
2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics or Maths with at least 1 credit bearing module in each of the following areas including Introductory Astrophysics, Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Quantum Mechanics and Relativity at an average grade of Pass or non-UK equivalent

University may also accept degrees in Meteorology, Physics combined with Chemistry/Engineering, or related subject with significant Physics content at 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent)

A 2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Astrophysics followed by substantial relevant experience may be considered on an individual basis

For programmes requiring a UK 2.1 Honours degree: Bachelor degree with 55-63% (depending on university attended)

For programmes requiring a UK 2.2 Honours degree: Bachelor degree with 50-58% (depending on university attended)

Prerequisite experience needed

Assumed knowledge for the core courses in this degree include:

Basic mathematics for physics: single and multi-variable calculus (differentiation and integration), trigonometry, complex numbers, vectors, vector calculus, Taylor and Fourier series, Fourier transforms.

Introductory scientific computing: data handling, simple statistics (computing means and variances), plotting functions and histograms, writing simple programs in a general-purpose programming language e.g. Python or C++

Applicants must also have an understanding of the following:

Familiarity with concepts from undergraduate astronomy, including:

solar system physics, Newton's laws of gravitation, solar system planets and minor bodies, physics of planetary atmospheres

positional and dynamical astronomy: celestial sphere, planetary orbits

stellar physics: star types and classification, stellar atmospheres, stellar models, stellar evolution

particles and radiation: undergraduate thermodynamics, Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution, blackbody radiation, emission line spectra

observational methods: optical telescopes, detectors, instrumentation for radio-, UV- and X-ray astronomy

cosmology: galaxies, distance scales, expanding universe, big-bang cosmology

Familiarity with concepts from undergraduate physics, including:

optics: geometric optics, diffraction, resolution

dynamics: gravity, solving simple differential equations in dynamics

electromagnetism: Maxwell's equations, solving the Laplace equation for symmetric geometries
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PTE

Marks - 59/90
59 with minimum 59 in all subtests

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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
6.5 with no subtests under 6.0

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MSc Astrophysics
at
University of Glasgow
Fees

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 31,53,546

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 8,58,359
Insurance	INR 82,396
Total approximate fees	INR 9,40,755

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 106.18 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 28ᵗʰ November 2024

MSc Astrophysics
at
University of Glasgow

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Vibe of Campus

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Student Views

55% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships3.8

Part time work3.6

Post study jobs3.4

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.6

Public transportation4.5

Safety4.8

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration3.4

Rika Chakraborty Verified Icon

Economics, Banking & Finance MSc - Batch of 2022

Offered by University of Glasgow

4.7

People Make Glasgow. The university is the heart of the city.

Tips: Being an international student I expected to take time and settle in Scotland. To my surprise, everything looked easier as soon as I landed there. People were friendly, college services made my living expenses and budgeting cut down and professors were approachable.

Likes (Public transportation): The university is the heart of the city. As the banners in Glasgow quote - "People make Glasgow", it means the same too. There are a lot of buses connecting students to the university. Students have heavy discounts throughout their valid student cards.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): As we all know, the visa rules changed in the UK over the span of 3 years due to political change in the economy which is why permanent settlement and acquiring a VISA has become a little difficult for students. I would definitely love to stay in the country.

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024Read more

Anonymous

Msc Investment Banking & Finance - Batch of 2024

Offered by University of Glasgow

4.5

Good place to do Master's

Tips: Students coming from India will have a major cultural shift in respect to both academic and personal life. I didn't get any scholarships. I love this University because of its good teaching system, 24/7 library access, liberal, fantastic faculties.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2024Read more

Atharva Kulkarni Verified Icon

Msc Investment Banking & Finance - Batch of 2022

Offered by University of Glasgow

3.3

My journey with ups and downs that I am proud of.

Tips: 1- Before coming here it is advisable to know the culture of the country. 2- Do your research on job market within your domain. 3- Become extrovert, make friends and build your community. 3- Get connected with the alumni. 4- Try to understand the university teaching method. 5- Come equipped with technical skills.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Current market conditions are not strong where my personal experience lies. Companies are bit hesitant towards sponsoring visa to international students to save cost and due to continuous changes in immigration laws. My plan is to work here in the UK for the next 3-4 years and understand the working culture and implement it in India.

Reviewed on 8 May 2024Read more

Anonymous

Data Science MSc - Batch of 2023

Offered by University of Glasgow

4.6

100% would recommend studying here!

Tips: With the number of international students here, it's a very easy transition just the weather is a little cold so be prepared for that. Other than that, feel right at home! Scholarships are available if you apply for them early on in the process. Overall, quite happy with my choice of course and University of Glasgow is a beautiful place to live, would definitely consider studying here.

Likes (Public transportation): Easy bus and subway access - bus around is 5 pounds return and subways 3 pounds per day. Bus passes and subway passes are available (free bus for students under 21). Bus pass would make the bus around 2 pounds a day and subways around 1.5 (depending on the duration of the pass you would take). Personally prefer the subways, but the connectivity of it is not very good.

Dislikes (Internships): Not too many opportunities, but have to be actively looking for them. Computer Science jobs are quite easy to get at the graduate level. Internships itself though are not as easy, but possible regardless. Placements as available in India are not a thing here so be vary of that.

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2023Read more

Gowri Priya Poomalil Kannan Verified Icon

Master of Public Health MPH - Batch of 2023

Offered by University of Glasgow

3.4

My University experience was lively and super fun

Tips: I am quite satisfied with my university and my course. I did not receive any scholarships. I would have liked the course to be a bit longer because one year for a Master's feels a bit short. By the time you get used to your life in Glasgow, the year ends. I had received the university experience that I wanted to.

Likes (Student Life): I had 3-4 classes per week, each of 2 hours. There were multiple social events from my department and the university as a whole throughout the year. There were many different societies and clubs which organized events throughout the year and I attended most of them and they were great for socialising.

Dislikes (Part time work): There are on campus and off campus jobs available but it is also quite competitive to get and is not very easy to get hired. Part-time work *for me* was manageable as my contact was flexible. And I got paid minimum wage for part time which changed every April and was decent enough for me, personally to sustain (this might vary according to everyone's financial situation).

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2024Read more

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