Physics and astronomy masters profiles

Meet current students and recent graduates from our masters courses in physics and astronomy, as they share their experiences of studying at the University of Sheffield.

Joel Gooday

The La Palma field trip was unquestionably the greatest part of the course

Joel Gooday Astrophysics MSc

Joel enjoyed studying Astrophysics at undergraduate level, but wanted to take his studies further. He particularly enjoyed the trip to La Palma, and the hands-on experience he gained there. Now he has his eyes set on a PhD.

Sejal Pongurlekar

Studying Astrophysics has allowed me to develop new skills while also focusing on my own interests

Sejal Pongurlekar Astrophysics MSc

Sejal found that the modules offered in the Astrophysics MSc course aligned with her interests and future career aspirations.

Alice Cullen

Compared to other universities, the Mathematical and Theoretical Physics course at Sheffield offered a lot more freedom of choice

Alice Cullen Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc

Alice worked on a quantum information project while completing her masters, which led to a PhD here at Sheffield.

Phattharaporn Singkanipa

The course enabled me to conduct research in the field I am most interested in

Phattharaporn Singkanipa Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc

Phattharaporn followed her masters degree with a role as a quantum scientist in Singapore, and is now doing her PhD in quantum computing at the University of Southern California.

Theotokis Georgatos

I enjoyed conducting my own observations using the telescope on the roof

Theotokis Georgatos Astrophysics MSc

Theotokis wants to use his masters degree as a stepping stone to an academic career astrophysics.

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International postgraduate taught scholarships

We offer a generous package of financial support for international postgraduate taught students, including scholarships worth £10,000 towards the original tuition fee.

Applications are open for existing offer holders for a postgraduate taught programme starting in September 2025.

International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship 2025