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MSc Space Physics

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of Tromso

Program Overview

Northern Lights are the result of the solar wind's interaction with Earth's upper atmosphere and magnetic fields and is part of space weather. Our global society relies on advanced technology vulnerable to space weather disturbances, which can shut down electric power-grids, disrupt satellite communication, and cause GPS positioning errors. This Master's program gives you a broad education in Space and Plasma Physics and teaches how to observe the physical processes in the ionosphere associated with space weather with the EISCAT radars and other research facilities near Troms , as well as how to replicate and study them in the Aurolab Plasma Laboratory of The Department of Physics and Tehcnology at UiT The Arctic University of Norway.

Program Key Stats




Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Bachelor's degree in physics, or another degree following a programme of study of not less than three years' duration, or similar education approved in accordance with the Norwegian Universities Act section 3-4.

Career Options

  • Space Scientist
  • Engineers and Innovators
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Scientist

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