UCL grad school - astrophysics plus engineering

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The UCL graduate school offers a robust program combining astrophysics, instrumentation, and planetary science, with studentships valued at approximately £15,000, surpassing Oxbridge's £12,000. The astrophysics department is actively involved in diverse projects and has strong connections with the CoMpLeX department, focusing on astrobiology and planetary science. UCL's cosmology and stellar astrophysics sectors are thriving, and students have access to the ULO observatory for hands-on learning experiences. Overall, UCL is highly recommended for non-EU students seeking a comprehensive education in these fields.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of astrophysics principles
  • Familiarity with instrumentation techniques in scientific research
  • Knowledge of planetary science concepts
  • Awareness of funding opportunities for graduate studies
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  • Research UCL's astrophysics graduate program details
  • Explore UCL's CoMpLeX department projects and collaborations
  • Investigate the ULO observatory's resources and access for students
  • Review UCL graduate school funding options and application processes
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Prospective graduate students in astrophysics, instrumentation, and planetary science, particularly non-EU applicants seeking funding and program insights at UCL.

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UCL grad school -- astrophysics plus engineering

Hi,

I am thinking about applying to the UCL grad school in something combining astrophysics/instrumentation/planetary. Is UCL any good? I am an non EU European, and I see that UCL has better studentships than Oxbridge --- around 15k compared to 12k. Also, it states that its involved in a lot of projects..
 
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I did a summer research studentship with the astrophys dept at UCL this summer and highly recommend it. Actually, I'm considering going there for grad school as well for astrophysics.

I don't know how it compares to Oxbridge, but the people are excellent and area is very nice. I'm also non-EU but they were very accomodating in getting me situated. As far as projects go, it is pretty diverse as far as astro/intru/planetary go. I'm not sure how closely the astrophysics dept works with UCL's CoMpLeX (astrobiology/planetary science stuff) department, but my general impression was that they were.

They have a booming cosmology sector (who doesn't these days?) and a pretty solid stellar astrophyics area as well. The instrumentation part is less well-known to me but they do have joint access with the ULO observatory which is a fantastic place to go, visit and learn as well.

Can you elaborate some on those studentships, though? I'm kind of curious myself...
 


Some kind of UCL graduate school grants. Found info on UCL pages.
 

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