Program Overview
The Astronomy - Astronomy Research at Leiden University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Astronomy - Astronomy Research programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Astronomy - Astronomy Research programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Galaxies: structure, dynamics and evolution
- Interstellar Medium
- Origin and Evolution of the Universe
- Stellar Structure and Evolution
- Instrument-related Astronomy Courses:
- Astronomical Telescopes and Instruments
- Observational High-Energy Astrophysics
- Detection of Light a
- Detection of Light a + b
- Radio Astronomy
- General Astronomy Courses:
- Large Scale Structure and Galaxy Formation
- Specialist Astronomy Courses:
- High-energy Astrophysics
- Inter-faculty Electives:
- Science and the public: contemporary and historical\nperspectives
- Science Methodology
- Additional BSc Courses if applicable or required:
- Radiative Processes
- On being a Scientist
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Either:
- A BSc degree in Physics that includes modules in Astronomy.
Or:
- An equivalent degree to the BSc degree (*), to be decided by the Board of Admissions.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Leiden University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Leiden University
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
Leiden University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months