Here's why you want to study General Physics and Astronomy at the UvA
Computational Physics of Complex Systems route
This specialisation lets you learn about, among other things, algorithm development, data analysis and machine learning.
Combine with a major
This programme is easily combined with a major in, for example, Education.
Tailor your own programme
You can combine courses from all specialistic tracks.
General Physics and Astronomy will suit you, if you...
- Want to solve fundamental, curiosity-driven scientific questions, which bear clear relevance to societal problems and technological/industrial challenges.
- Are curious about neutrinos, the physics of low temperatures or DNA repair, physical constants, and much, much more.
- Want to work side by side with leading researchers.
Get a taste of the atmosphere
Joint degree programme with VU Amsterdam
General Physics and Astronomy 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 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.
