About the course

The stellar astrophysics group studies the formation of stars and their planetary systems, the properties of stars, and how stars effect their environments. We pursue observational programmes in the X-ray, ultraviolet, optical, infrared, mm and radio bands using ground-based (e.g. JCMT, eMerlin) and space-borne observatories (Kepler, Herschel, XMM-Newton). By combining photometric, spectroscopic and imaging observations we unravel the interactions between the stars and their environments, and the processes within the stars themselves. We additionally pursue theoretical and computational studies of how Sun-like stars form in collapsing clouds, and how low-mass stars, brown dwarfs and planets form in protostellar discs. Finally, we also investigate the evolution of massive stars and supernovae. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Preston
Spring (January), 2024	Burnley
Spring (January), 2024	Moor Row
Autumn (September), 2024	Burnley
Autumn (September), 2024	Preston
Autumn (September), 2024	Moor Row
Spring (January), 2025	Burnley
Spring (January), 2025	Preston
Spring (January), 2025	Moor Row
March, 2025	Preston
March, 2025	Burnley
March, 2025	Moor Row
Autumn (September), 2025	Preston
Autumn (September), 2025	Moor Row
Autumn (September), 2025	Burnley
Spring (January), 2026	Preston
Spring (January), 2026	Moor Row
Spring (January), 2026	Burnley
March, 2026	Preston
March, 2026	Burnley
March, 2026	Moor Row

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Central Lancashire

A recognised UK first degree, second class honours or above or equivalent qualification.

　　IELTS - 6.5 (with no component score lower than 6.0)

　　TOEFL IBT - 91 (with minimum grades of 21 in each component)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 86.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Central Lancashire. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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