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M.Sc in Astronomy

University of Oslo

Programme website	http://www.uio.no/english/studies/programmes/ (Opens in new window)
Contact (person and/or unit)	International Education Office
Telephone	(+47) 22 85 82 00 (10:00-15:00)
Email	international@admin.uio.no
Programme duration	2 years
Programme description	The Master's Degree Programme in Astronomy will provide students with an introduction to astronomic research. Students will learn to use modern tools to process astronomic observations and to solve theoretical problems. In this programme we emphasize theoretical understanding of astrophysics and practical use of methods from mathematics, physics and computer science to solve astronomical problems. This is competence which is valued, not only for scientists doing basic research in astronomy, but also in applied research and development within e.g., information technology and telecommunication. You choose to specialize within one of the following themes: Solar and stellar physics Cosmology and extragalactic astronomy Celestial mechanics. You write a 60-credit Master's thesis based on an independent research project where you learn what basic research is about. This will give you experience which is also most valuable in other professions than that of the research astronomer. Parts of the work on the thesis research project can be done at cooperating universities abroad. Sometimes the research may take you to exotic places, e.g., the Nordic Optical Telescope on a mountain top in the Canary Islands. In addition to the Master's thesis, you must take 60 credits of advanced courses in astronomy and other subjects such as physics, mathematics and computer science.
Application deadline	1 December for self-financing applicants. 15 April for citizens from the EU/EEA area + citizens from Switzerland. 15 April or 15 October for Norwegian/Nordic applicants and applicants with permanent Norwegian residence permit.
Nokut certification	Yes (What is this?) NOKUT (Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education) NOKUT is an independent state body whose purpose is to safeguard and develop the quality of Norwegian higher educational institutions. This is done through evaluation, accreditation and recognition of quality systems, institutions and study programmes. Only courses that are accredited or recognised by NOKUT, or are accredited as a result of the institution's blanket accreditation, have the right to be called "higher education". More information about NOKUT: www.nokut.no
Formal prerequisites	The Master's Degree is based on a successfully completed Bachelor's Degree of at least 3 years' duration beyond the minimum requirements for matriculation at a Norwegian institution of higher education. Applicants must have completed prior university studies in the subject of the programme for which they are applying. English Language Proficiency Requirements. For more information, please see http://www.uio.no/..
Tuition	No tuition fees
Subject area	Mathematics/Informatics
Degree level	Master
City	Oslo, Norway
Credits	120
Language of teaching	English
Application procedures	The online application form for the Master's degree programmes will be available from 1 October. For further information, please see: http://www.uio.no/english/studies/admission/master/index.html