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  1. Astronomy

    Astronomy. PhD candidates carry out a programme of independent research and additional (limited) course work, culminating in production of a PhD thesis in typically 4 years. A detailed description of the research projects can be found on the website of the Leiden Observatory.

  2. Leiden Observatory

    Leiden Observatory Established in 1633, it is the oldest university observatory in operation today, with a very rich tradition. The institute consists of about 40 faculty and adjunct faculty, 55 postdoctoral researchers, 120 MSc and 100 PhD students, and 30 support staff.

  3. Applying for a PhD position at Leiden Observatory

    PhD students from Leiden succeed exceptionally well on the international job market. One of the most prestigious fellowships in world astronomy is NASA's Hubble fellowship. More astronomers with a doctoral degree from Leiden have won Hubble fellowships than from any other university outside the USA.

  4. PhD Program at Leiden Observatory

    One of the most prestigious fellowships in world astronomy is NASA's Hubble fellowship. More astronomers with a doctoral degree from Leiden have won Hubble fellowships than from any other university outside the USA. Many of the faculty members, PhD students, and undergraduates have an international background. English is the common language.

  5. Education

    Education. Leiden Observatory provides full education programmes in Astronomy both at the bachelor's and master's level. By effectively integrating world-class scientific research and excellent education, we deliver professional astronomers with internationally recognized academic Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Master of Science (MSc) degrees.

  6. Astronomy, Ph.D.

    PhD Astronomy candidates at Leiden University carry out a programme of independent research and additional (limited) course work, culminating in production of a PhD thesis in typically 4 years. Specific requirements of the PhD programme at Leiden University are determined in agreement with NOVA, the Netherlands Research School in Astronomy.

  7. STRW local: Home

    Astronomy Phd positions at Leiden Observatory for CSC students Leiden Observatory is the astronomy department of Leiden University. It is one of the oldest astronomy departments in the world, with a rich tradition of research on a wide range of topics. Leiden is a charming old town in the Netherlands with an active student life.

  8. MSc & PhD Programme

    The de Sitter programme contains a 2-year MSc Specialisation, as well as 4-year PhD studentships. The MSc programme is a two-year degree, provided jointly by the Leiden astronomy and physics departments. It is fully embedded in the Leiden Astronomy and Theoretical Physics Masters degrees. The MSc programme consists of 50% coursework and 50% research projects undertaken under the supervision of ...

  9. Astronomy at Leiden University

    Leiden Observatory is the oldest observatory in operation in the world today. As part of the Faculty of Science, it offers both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree programme. In the Bachelor's degree programme in Astronomy, you learn the basics about planets, moons, asteroids, stars and other objects, and the instruments and methods you ...

  10. Astronomy Research (Master 2023-2024)

    Most graduates holding a MSc degree in Astronomy from Leiden University find work in many different capacities, including: Research: universities, observatories, research institutes ... If you want to get more deeply involved in research after graduating in Astronomy, consider pursuing a PhD at Leiden Observatory. If you have completed the ...

  11. PhD Program in Astronomy and Astrophysics at Leiden University

    Leiden Observatory, founded in 1633, is the oldest university astronomy department in the world. With about 35 faculty, over 40 postdoctoral associates and about 65 PhD students it is the largest astronomy department in the Netherlands. Leiden is a charming university town with an international flair.

  12. Astronomy and Cosmology (Master 2021-2022)

    Research at Leiden Observatory. If you want to get more deeply involved in research after graduating in Astronomy, consider pursuing a PhD at Leiden Observatory. If you have completed the Leiden master's degree program in Astronomy, you are directly eligible for admission to our PhD program. Read more. Science Career Service

  13. About us

    About us. Leiden Observatory is the astronomical institute of the Faculty of Science of Leiden University. It was established in 1633, and is the oldest university observatory in operation today, with a very rich tradition. Leiden Observatory carries out world class research in the formation of structures in the universe and the origin and ...

  14. About Us

    Before moving to Leiden he completed a PhD at the Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge. Piyush is an Oort Fellow at Leiden Observatory. He completed his PhD at the Australian National University in Canberra in 2022. His research focuses on different aspects of star formation, interstellar medium, and galaxy evolution.

  15. Netherlands Research School for Astronomy (NOVA)

    The Netherlands Research School for Astronomy (NOVA) is the alliance of the astronomical institutes of the universities of Amsterdam, Groningen, Leiden, and Nijmegen. Astronomy is considered to be top-science in The Netherlands. NOVA was selected as top-research school in 1998 following an open national competition, and is as such receiving ...

  16. Astronomy (MSc)

    I love studying Astronomy at Leiden University. The program provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the most exciting and fundamental questions regarding the entire universe. ... Successful completion of this master's programme will give you a competitive advantage in PhD applications worldwide, since Leiden Observatory is widely known ...

  17. LEAPS

    Leiden Observatory (located in the Huygens and Oort buildings, Niels Bohrweg 2, 2333CA, Leiden) is a world-class institute for research in astronomy and astrophysics based in the Netherlands, approximately 35km from Amsterdam. The atmosphere at the observatory is dynamic, with approximately 100 faculty/research scientists and 70 graduate ...

  18. PhD Program in Astronomy and Astrophysics at Leiden University

    Leiden Observatory, founded in 1633, is the oldest university astronomy department in the world. With about 25 faculty, over 40 postdoctoral associates and about 75 PhD students it is the largest astronomy department in the Netherlands. Leiden is a charming university town with an international flair.

  19. Astronomy and Education (Master 2022-2023)

    The Astronomy and Education specialisation prepares you for a career in physics teaching and results in the teacher qualification (eerstegraads lesbevoegdheid) required for employment as a physics teacher in Dutch secondary schools. It is a joint programme offered in collaboration with the Leiden University Graduate School of Teaching (ICLON).

  20. Astronomy Pre-Master's programme

    The school of Leiden Observatory is the university structure responsible for the Astronomy bachelor's and master's education programmes. There is complete overlap between the staff of both entities. Both are part of the Faculty of Science, one of the seven faculties of Leiden University. Committees

  21. Astronomy and Cosmology (MSc)

    Reasons to choose Astronomy and Cosmology at Leiden University. The specialisation provides you with research training with a strong focus on modern observational, computational and theoretical cosmology. We offer unique cosmology courses taught by the world's leading researchers enabling you to become highly specialised in the field.

  22. Astronomy (Master 2022-2023)

    Most graduates holding a MSc degree in Astronomy from Leiden University find work in many different capacities, including: Research: universities, observatories, research institutes ... If you want to get more deeply involved in research after graduating in Astronomy, consider pursuing a PhD at Leiden Observatory. If you have completed the ...

  23. About the programme

    Overview of the Astronomy programme. The two-year Astronomy master's programme offers seven specialisations: Astronomy Research: you follow a tailor-made programme to become an independent and resourceful scientist. Astronomy and Instrumentation: obtain in-depth knowledge of state of the art approaches to develop high tech astronomy ...

  24. Microscopy Specialist

    Help coordinate and teach in a microscopy course for both bachelor students as well as PhD students and postDocs; Selection Criteria (Max 120 woorden in bullets) ... ranging from mathematics, information science, astronomy, physics, chemistry and bio-pharmaceutical sciences to biology and environmental sciences. ... Leiden University offers an ...