Master of Science [M.S] [Physics - Astronomy and Space Physics] From Uppsala University

This? specialisation from ?covers topics beyond planet Earth. You study electromagnetic environments of solar-system planets, exoplanet characterisation, stars and their atmospheres, their winds and evolution. You explore the Milky Way and its origin as well as external galaxies and the large-scale structure of the universe.?Most of the topics taught are true specialties of researchers in the Division of Astronomy and Space Physics, with the associated Uppsala branch of the Swedish Institute of Space Research (IRF).

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.

Career

Your mathematical competence and analytical problem-solving skills will make you an attractive recruit. Depending on the courses you take and the specialisation you choose, there are many other individual career opportunities in special areas, both within and outside the field of physics.