Undergraduate / Bachelor diploma (or higher)

BSc degree or equivalent in physical sciences, earth sciences or any other area of natural sciences. BSc-level knowledge of key areas of mathematics, physics and information technology (IT). If BSc degree is in (or with a specialisation in) physical sciences, this knowledge is assumed; otherwise, evidence in the form of transcripts must be presented.

Preferably, BSc-level knowledge of astronomy. If BSc degree is in (or with a specialisation in) astronomy or astrophysics, this knowledge is assumed; otherwise, evidence in the form of transcripts must be presented.

Min. ECTS values expected in each knowledge area:

Mathematics/IT (min. 15 ECTS): Calculus, Linear algebra, Numerical methods, Probability theory, Mathematical statistics, Programming and IT

Physics (min. 20 ECTS): Mechanics, Waves and optics, Electromagnetism, Atomic/nuclear physics, Thermodynamics, Quantum physics

Astronomy (min. 20 ECTS): Elements of astronomy, Astrometry, Elements of astrophysics, Astronomical IT, Astronomical observing

Applicants with no such knowledge in astronomy may still be admitted but they will be compelled to attend a selected set of preparatory courses in BSc-level astronomy. This is likely to increase the full training period by 1 or 2 semesters.

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.