Program Overview
The Astronomy 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 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 16,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Astronomy 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
- Astronomy and Cosmology
- Astronomy and Data Science
- Astronomy and Education
- Astronomy and Instrumentation
- Astronomy and Science Communication and Society
- Astronomy and Science-Based Business
- Astronomy Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Either:
- A BSc degree in Astronomy or its equivalent in Physics and Astronomy from one of the universities participating in the\xc2\xa0NOVANetherlands Research School for Astronomy. Applicants holding such a degree will be admitted without further requirements.
Or:
- An equivalent degree to the BSc degree (*), to be decided by the Board of Admissions.
(*) Candidates holding a bachelor\xc2\xb4s degree in related sciences, such as Mathematics, Computer Science or Aerospace Engineering, may be considered.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 16,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 16,000 (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