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Master of Astronomy

London, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Bachelor of Science in Astronomy is a 4-year bachelor programme offered by Department of Astronomy and Planetary Science at the NAU Flagstaff campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 3 years (master's programmes of at least 8 months get 3 years, since 2024-02-15) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Astronomy and apply discipline-appropriate methods
Assess relevant evidence
And communicate informed conclusions.

Career outcomes

Natural Sciences Managers
Astronomers
Atmospheric Earth Marine and Space Sciences Teachers (Postsecondary)

Curriculum

Plan of 120 units over about 4 years. Major coursework draws on subject codes PHY
AST
MAT
CS. A senior capstone is included. Requirements and course lists are set out in the NAU academic catalog for Astronomy.

Entry requirements

Academic

Four-year B.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in Astronomy
Physics or related area. Achieved at least a 70% (B) average in upper level Physical Science and Mathematical courses.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution comparable to a four-year Canadian bachelor's degree (some three-year degrees may not qualify), Program-specific requirements, References, Statement and CV

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 4.5
Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
Referee contact details
Evidence of English proficiency if applicable
Program-specific supplementary documents if required

How to apply

Check the program page for requirements and the international deadline. Create an applicant account and apply online; the application fee is 185 CAD
non-refundable (some programs charge differently). Upload transcripts from every post-secondary institution (unofficial copies are enough to apply; English translation if needed)
enter referee emails and add program documents such as CV
statement or writing samples. SGPS does a preliminary check
then the program decides. Accept the offer in Student Center by the date in the offer letter and send official transcripts to [email protected].

Other costs

Tuition per year	$22,267 CAD
Application fee	$185 CAD
Deposit	$45,715 CAD

Program details

Campus	London (main campus)
Faculty or school	Faculty of Science
Department	Astronomy
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 3 years (master's programmes of at least 8 months get 3 years, since 2024-02-15) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.