MPhil Planetary Sciences

Join the search for knowledge of life’s origins and presence in the Universe

We are excited to invite you to apply to the Planetary Science and Life in the Universe MPhil run out of the Institute of Astronomy at the University of Cambridge. A 10-month cross-departmental programme delivering outstanding postgraduate-level training in the search for life’s origins on Earth and its discovery on planets beyond Earth. 

This course welcomes students from diverse scientific backgrounds including Physics/Astrophysics, Earth Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics.

For further information about the course and information on how to apply please visit our website, https://www.pslu.masters.cam.ac.uk/

We are also delighted to announce that with the Parasol Foundation we are able to offer a limited number of fully paid scholarships to home-fee status female students. If you think you would be eligible please reach out for further information. 

If you have any questions about the course you can contact us via: pslu-mphil@ast.cam.ac.uk