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Here's why you want to study Astronomy and Astrophysics in Amsterdam

Search for fundamental answers

Focus on the big questions, from the search for life to the physics of dense matter and gravity.

Unique programme

Special combination of theory and observations with state-of-the-art facilities.

Master advanced methods

Learn data science and programming for cutting-edge research.

Study at foremost institute

From the start you are welcomed into the world-leading Anton Pannekoek Institute for Astronomy.

Astronomy and Astrophysics will suit you, if you...

  1. Are eager to explore how the laws of physics play out in the universe.
  2. Have a strong interest in the birth of planetary systems and stars.
  3. Want to know the origin and nature of (extreme physical processes occurring around) black holes and neutron stars.
  4. Are curious for the history of the universe.

Joint degree programme with VU Amsterdam

Astronomy and Astrophysics is a track in the Master's programme Physics and Astronomy, a joint degree programme of the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Courses are taught at locations of both universities. UvA and VU jointly issue a degree certificate in Physics and Astronomy to graduates. As a Physics and Astronomy student in Amsterdam you benefit from expertise, networks and research projects at both universities and affiliated research institutes.

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Facts & Figures
Degree programme
MSc Physics and Astronomy
Type
Regular study programme
Mode
Full-time
Credits
120 ECTS, 24 months
Language of instruction
English
Starts in
September
CROHO code
65016
Location
UvA Science Park and VU Campus