24 monthsProgramme duration
85,000 SEKTuition Fee/year
15 Jan, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
If you are fascinated by the subject of astronomy and its endless adventure into knowledge, you could be a candidate for our Master’s Programme in Astrophysics. Through the programme, you will specialise in fields such as the planetary systems in the Milky Way, the evolution of stars and extragalactic astronomy. Lund University has a long tradition of research at the absolute forefront of astronomy. As a Master’s student, you will be part of a characterised by international excellence, especially with regard to the Milky Way and its stars, planet formation and the formation of planetary systems, high energy astrophysics and astrometry. Our staff also play an active and driving role in the international research community with regard to major initiatives such as the Gaia satellite. The Master’s programme will give you extensive knowledge in statistics and the processing and analysis of large amounts of data. You will practise both oral and written communication and gain good experience of collaborating in groups. The programme is taught in English.
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
If you are fascinated by the subject of astronomy and its endless adventure into knowledge, you could be a candidate for our Master’s Programme in Astrophysics. Through the programme, you will specialise in fields such as the planetary systems in the Milky Way, the evolution of stars and extragalactic astronomy. Lund University has a long tradition of research at the absolute forefront of astronomy. As a Master’s student, you will be part of a characterised by international excellence, especially with regard to the Milky Way and its stars, planet formation and the formation of planetary systems, high energy astrophysics and astrometry. Our staff also play an active and driving role in the international research community with regard to major initiatives such as the Gaia satellite. The Master’s programme will give you extensive knowledge in statistics and the processing and analysis of large amounts of data. You will practise both oral and written communication and gain good experience of collaborating in groups. The programme is taught in English.
Questions about the programme and studying at Lund University?
Fill in our contact form
We will get back to you as soon as possible.
Admission Requirements
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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