About the course

The particle and nuclear astrophysics program addresses questions of fundamental physics in astrophysical systems. Current research topics include Solar Neutrinos, WIMP Dark Matter searches, Neutrino-less Double Beta Decay, and detection of Ultra-High Energy Neutrinos. Solar Neutrinos: Princeton has a major role in the Borexino Solar Neutrino Experiment (link is external)at the Gran Sasso Laboratory. (link is external) The detector consists of 1300 tons of ultra-pure liquid scintillator, and is well positioned to make the first direct-counting measurement of low-energy neutrinos from the Sun (7Be and pep neutrinos). The measurement will allow to verify some fundamental features of neutrinos oscillations still not yet probed by experiments. It will serve also as a fundamental test for the theory of the complex physics of the Sun and of stellar evolution. WIMP Dark Matter Searches: There is now overwhelming evidence that some 30% of the universe is in the form of cold dark matter, but the nature of this matter remains a mystery. The most attractive theory is that it is Weakly Interacting Massive Particles (WIMPs) that froze out of the early universe. Such particles are a generic prediction of supersymmetry, and, should they exist, dominate the Milky Way and are likely to be detectable on Earth. Princeton has a major role in DarkSide, a WIMP Dark Matter Search Program at Gran Sasso Laboratory. Particle and Nuclear Astrophysics probes questions of fundamental importance, but still takes place in relatively small collaborations. It is a wonderful research opportunity for both undergraduate and graduate students, who are involved in both hardware development and data analysis. 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: 5 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Princeton
Fall (September), 2025	Princeton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Princeton University

All official Transcripts. A bachelor’s degree or its foreign equivalent from an accredited college or university. Official transcripts of your grades. Three letters of recommendation. Applicants are required to upload a transcript (may be unofficial at this time) including the key from all attended colleges or universities.The transcript must show the name of the student, name of the issuing institution, name of courses taken, and the grades received in those courses. The Graduate School does not have a minimum TOEFL or IELTS score requirement. If you are offered admission and accept our offer and have scored below a 27 on the Speaking sub-section of the TOEFL iBT or below an 8.0 on the Speaking sub-section of the IELTS you will be required to take an English placement test at the start of the fall term. Students who do not pass the test will be required to enroll in English Language Program classes.

　　General Test and Physics Subject Test required

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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