Astronomy (MSc) in Netherlands at Leiden University

Program Overview for Astronomy (MSc) in Netherlands:

The master's programme Astronomy covers observations using the world’s most powerful ground- and space-based telescopes, theoretical astrophysical and astrochemical modeling, large scale simulations, and laboratory experiments that mimic conditions in space.

In this two-year master’s programme in Astronomy you get access to cutting edge research in modern astronomy.

Main focus areas include galaxies and the structures in which they are embedded, exoplanets, and star and planet formation. With seven challenging specialisations to choose from, you will be prepared for a wide variety of careers within academia, industry and the public sector.

These are the international student eligibility for the Astronomy (MSc) in Netherlands

If you have a bachelor’s degree in Astronomy or in an Astronomy-related programme from a foreign research university with a level similar to Dutch universities, you are eligible to apply under the condition that you have in-depth knowledge (comparable to undergraduate courses of the Leiden Astronomy curriculum) with: a theoretical and mathematical emphasis, including quantum physics, electrodynamics, statistical physics, and complex analysis. and with proficiency in programming, preferably in the Python language. Astronomy and Cosmology: For this specialization, you must additionally have knowledge of “Physics of elementary particles”at undergraduate level. Astronomy and Instrumentation: For this specialization, it is recommended to have knowledge of “Solid State Physics” at undergraduate level. The Board of Admissions will assess whether your degree and background are sufficiently related to the BSc degrees in Astronomy (and, if applicable, whether you meet the additional requirement for certain specialisations). If you have a bachelor’s degree that does not meet the requirements specified above, you may be eligible for an individual bridging programme tailored to your individual background. If you have successfully met the requirements of the imposed bridging programme, you will be admitted to the master’s programme. For more information, please contact the Astronomy study advisor.

These are the domestic student eligibility for the Astronomy (MSc)

You are eligible to apply if you have

1. a bachelor’s degree in Astronomy (Sterrenkunde) from any research university in the Netherlands OR a bachelor’s degree in an Astronomy-related programme from a research university in the Netherlands. Admission to this master is under the provision that you have in-depth knowledge comparable to undergraduate courses of the Leiden Astronomy curriculum, i.e. with: a theoretical and mathematical emphasis in the field of Physics, including topics such as classical and quantum physics, electrodynamics, statistical physics, lineair algebra and complex analysis courses in the field of Astronomy; research experience in either Physics or Astronomy; proven proficiency in a 3rd generation programming language (e.g. Python, C++).
2. Astronomy and Cosmology: For this specialization, you must additionally have knowledge of “Physics of elementary particles”at undergraduate level. Astronomy and Instrumentation: For this specialization, it is recommended to have knowledge of “Solid State Physics” at undergraduate level. The Board of Admissions will assess whether your degree and background are sufficiently related to the BSc degrees in Astronomy (and, if applicable, whether you meet the additional requirement for certain specialisations). If you have a bachelor’s degree that does not meet the requirements specified above, you may be eligible for an individual bridging programme tailored to your individual background. If you have successfully met the requirements of the imposed bridging programme, you will be admitted to the master’s programme. For more information, please contact the Astronomy study advisor.

If you have a degree in Dutch higher vocational education (hbo) in a related field of science, you are eligible to apply. The Board of Admissions will assess whether your degree and background are sufficiently related to the BSc degrees in Astronomy (and, if applicable, whether you meet the additional requirement for certain specialisations). If you have a bachelor’s degree that does not meet the requirements specified above, you may be eligible for an individual bridging programme tailored to your individual background. If you have successfully met the requirements of the imposed bridging programme, you will be admitted to the master’s programme. For more information, please contact the Astronomy study advisor.

These are the test eligibilities for the Astronomy (MSc) to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for Astronomy (MSc) in Netherlands.