Astrophysics and Cosmology

Specialisation in Physics, MSc

Explore the cosmos, from planets and stars to galaxies, combining astronomical observations with theoretical and computational models. You will understand how astrophysical systems form, evolve, and interact.

Overview

  • Educational areaEngineering Physics and Mathematics
  • LanguageEnglish
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Courses cover areas such as stellar physics, gravitation and cosmology, exoplanets, plasma physics, and more. Chalmers has particular strengths in this area, and owns and operates Onsala Space Observatory, one of Sweden’s leading space research centres.

This pathway provides excellent preparation for research in astronomy and astrophysics, while also giving you analytical and computational skills that are valuable in many data-intensive scientific and technical fields.

Programmes

Requirements

The requirements for the Master's programme Physics apply to this specialisation.

How to select a specialisation

You may choose this specialisation after you have been admitted and enrolled. Only one specialisation can be selected.


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