The Master’s in Astronomy and Space Physics at Uppsala University is a 2 years long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
Uppsala University, founded in 1477, is the oldest university in Sweden. Today, the university is a leading research institution with a strong commitment to high-quality education and active engagement with society. With a wide range of academic disciplines and research areas, Uppsala University is dedicated to making a positive impact on the world through its research, teaching, and community partnerships. The university's mission is to pursue excellence in research and education while also working collaboratively with others to address the complex challenges facing our society today.
Master’s in Astronomy and Space Physics at Uppsala University
Uppsala University is the only place in Sweden where you can study both space physics and astronomy. Here you can research the cosmos using state-of-the-art technology (ground and space-based instrumentation, supercomputers) to answer some of the most fundamental questions in physics. In the specialisation in Astronomy and Space Physics, within the Master's Programme in Physics, you study how the earth's magnetosphere works, how stars evolve and how the Milky Way came to be. You explore the processes that govern the evolution of the universe and gain a deep understanding of physical phenomena from outside the earth's atmosphere to the far reaches of the observable universe. Show less
The first semester is partly utilised to level out differences in knowledge between students with different backgrounds and partly to provide non-introductory courses in quantum and/or macroscopic physics. The last year courses are closely connected to present-day research. The obligatory independent project work (degree project) is performed either during the last semester or during the whole last year in parallel with other courses.
The Master's Programme in Physics consists of the following specialisations: Astronomy and Space Physics Geophysics Energy Physics Nuclear and Particle Physics Meteorology Theoretical Physics: Quantum Fields and Strings
Uppsala University is a prestigious research university in Sweden that is committed to promoting the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge for the betterment of humanity and a sustainable world. The university firmly believes that investing in education and research is essential to creating a brighter future, and it strives to provide an inspiring physical, social, and cultural environment to support this goal. Uppsala University is dedicated to promoting development and innovation at the local and national levels and is actively involved in advancing sustainable social development. The university recognizes the value of collaboration with the wider community, and it views this collaboration as an integral part of its research, which directly or indirectly contributes to finding solutions to the sustainability challenges facing society. Through its research, teaching, and outreach programs, Uppsala University is committed to making a positive impact on the world and creating a better future for all.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
2 Recommendation letters
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
