What we do
Studies are carried out in the Departments of both Physics & Astronomy and Space & Climate Physics (the latter at the Mullard Space Science Laboratory, MSSL). Our research encompasses a wide range of topics including extrasolar planets, cosmology, star formation, galactic astrophysics, atmospheric physics, space-plasma physics, solar and solar-terrestrial physics, planetary sciences, galaxies and Active Galactic Nuclei, gamma-ray bursts, neutron stars, and neutrino astrophysics. Research ranges across observations, theory and instrument development.
Information About PhD Programmes
The links below will direct you to specific information about PhD study with the UCL Astrophysics group who are based with the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
Please note that if you wish to apply for any of these other programmes listed in this table, a separate application will be required. The table also has contact details for the relevant programme tutors.
Interviews and offers
Find out about the interview process and accepting an offer.
Sources of further information
Links to further information with regard to postgraduate study within the Astrophysics Group and related departments, and funding.
Centre for Doctoral Training in data-intensive science
Learn about UCL's additional funded PhD places through our Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in data intensive science (DIS).