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Do you have questions about your programme? Click here to request a callback or video meeting with an academic from your course
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How to get the most out of your Astrophysics degree
We've out together 11 activities at Queen Mary and beyond to help you make the most of your time with us.
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Explore the darkest reaches of the universe
Our MSc Astrophysics gives you a detailed insight into the fundamentals of astrophysics.
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Unparalleled freedom of choice and opportunity
Our MSc Euromasters programme provides a choice of pathways and helps you prepare for a future in advanced research
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What makes us special?
From world-changing discoveries to advancing inclusivity, and more - the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences is an exciting place to be
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Featured: Theoretical Physics projects
From the secrets of the universe to the cutting-edge of quantum computing
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Where will your Masters take you?
Your MSc will allow you to stand out from the crowd with your in-depth subject knowledge and skills
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Linguistic Matrix Theory
Can theoretical physics shed new light on understanding language?
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Top 10 Breakthrough
Our research into the upper limit of the speed of sound was named one the Top 10 Physics Breakthroughs of the Year 2020
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Discovery of an exoplanet
Collaboration led by an astrophysicist from Queen Mary found our nearest Earth-like planet
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Saturn's moon
Saturn's moon Titan drifting away further than previously thought
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Modelling a vaccine
Physicists model the development of a COVID-19 vaccine
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The Sun and solar winds
Closest-ever approach to the Sun reveals dynamic origins of solar wind
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Professor Malcolm Perry
Professor Perry is a researcher in our Centre for Research in String Theory and has worked with Professor Stephen Hawking on the study of black holes
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Dr Christopher Chen
Dr Chen is a lecturer in our Astronomy Unit and has been involved in several space missions, including the NASA Parker Solar Probe mission from 2018.
Professor Gabriele Travaglini
Professor Travaglini works in our Centre for Research in String Theory and is the Scientific Coordinator of SAGEX, a European PhD training network.
Professor William Gillin
Professor Gillin works in our Centre for Condensed Matter Physics and is founder of QMUL spin-out company Chromosol, working on silicon phototonics.
Dr Marcella Bona
Dr Bona is a Reader in our Particle Physics Research Centre and sits on several committees at CERN, working on the ATLAS detector.
Dr Linda Cremonesi
Dr Cremonesi is a lecturer in our Particle Physics Research Centre and a UK Future Leaders Fellow. Her research focuses on neutrino physics.