MScPhysics and Astronomy: Particle and Astrophysics
| Study location | Netherlands, Nijmegen |
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| Type | Master courses, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 2 years (120 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MSc |
| Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Bachelor’s degree from a research university in Physics, Applied Physics, Physics & Astronomy, or a related programme. Students must have passed (preliminary) examinations containing the following subject matter: - Experimental skills: at least 9 EC For more in-depth information, please see the Admission Criteria. Basic understanding of topics such as: - Molecular Physics: at least 3 EC If you want to focus on astronomy, a basic knowledge of these topics is advisable: - Stellar structure, evolution, and nucleosynthesis The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / German / Dutch. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. It is required that you send verified copies of the entry qualification documents directly to the university by postal mail. Important! Never send original documents by post! Radboud University |
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| Language requirements | English - IELTS Academic: ≥ 6.5 overall, subscores ≥ 6.0, writing subscore ≥ 6.5 |
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| Other requirements | A motivation letter must be added to your application. Please describe your future plans and what you would like to learn and research at Radboud University. What are the topics of the research you would like to do? Also, include your interest in studying at Radboud University (specific disciplines, facilities, or other considerations). A description of courses If possible, please provide a link to a website containing more information about the institute and the curriculum – in English (preferably) or German. Description of the practical laboratory work Contact data of possible references |
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Overview
Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.
Programme structure
The Master’s specialisation in Particle and Astrophysics is taught at the Faculty of Science. It has a course load of 120 EC* (two years). See the structure of the programme here.
Career opportunities
Some of the alumni now work as:
- National project manager at EU Universe Awareness
- Actuarial trainee at Talent & Pro
- Associate Private Equity at HAL Investments
- Consultant at Accenture
- ECO Operations Manager at Ofgem
- Scientist at SRON Netherlands Institute for Space Research
- Technology Strategy Manager at Accenture