About the course

Research on planets around distant stars is thriving at UF. Observational studies include radial velocity planet searches (e.g., MARVELS(opens in new tab) and MINERVA(opens in new tab)), transit searches (NASA?s Kepler mission(opens in new tab)), transit follow-up observations, spectroscopic observations of planet host stars, and high-contrast imaging with adaptive optics and new coronagraph techniques. UF?s involvement in several exoplanet programs provides many opportunities for detailed observational and theoretical studies of individual planetary systems, as well as statistical analyses of exoplanet populations. Theoretical investigations include modeling planet formation, planet-disk interactions and the orbital interactions of multiple planet systems. UF astronomers are also developing the next-generation of instruments for studying extrasolar planetary systems (e.g., CanariCam(opens in new tab) for GTC(opens in new tab), Florida IR Silicon immersion grating spectromeTer (FIRST), Infrared Exoplanet Tracker (IRET) and potentially small satellites for transit photometry). Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Gainesville
Fall (August), 2025	Gainesville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Florida

Personal Statement

　　Resume or Curriculum Vitae (optional)

　　Unofficial copies of all undergraduate transcripts as well as any graduate coursework if taken

　　Three letters of recommendation: please provide names & information of recommenders in the online application, they will receive an email on how to upload their letter.

　　The UF Graduate School requires a previous college degree maintaining a GPA of 3.0. The Department of Astronomy does not require the physics or general GRE for application.

　　For applicants from countries where English is not the of?cial language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests, IELTS - 6.0,TOEFL IBT- 80, PBT- 550.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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Application deadline:

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Further information

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