What will I learn?

Explore the extragalactic universe with our world-leading faculty. Our research interests focus on: testing cosmological models physics of the early universe large-scale structure: galaxy surveys and numerical simulations very high-redshift galaxies and reionisation galaxy formation and evolution. Supercomputers and overseas telescopes – whether you’re a theoretical astronomer or work on an observational project, you’ll have access to world-leading facilities, international collaborations and a full combination of theoretical, numerical and observational techniques. For a PhD, your research work makes a substantial original contribution to knowledge or understanding in your chosen field.

Which department am I in?

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

£27,300.00 (29,74,504) per year

Books, course materials and other costs (average) - £10 to £15 per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

12/10/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

University of Sussex

Sussex House, Falmer,

Brighton,

East Sussex,

BN1 9RH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

£27,300.00 (29,74,504) per year

Books, course materials and other costs (average) - £10 to £15 per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

08/06/2026

Start date

September 2026

Venue

University of Sussex

Sussex House, Falmer,

Brighton,

East Sussex,

BN1 9RH, Southern England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

Degree requirements: Youre normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60percentage overall) in a masters degree OR an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a relevant subject such as physics, astronomy, or mathematics. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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