Astrobiology

This MSc Astrobiology explores such discoveries and is the first postgraduate degree dedicated to astrobiology in the UK. It is ideal if you are a graduate of the sciences, such as in biology, astronomy, chemistry or geology, with an ambition to undertake research in astrobiology at MPhil or PhD level but with undergraduate study that did not entail the interdisciplinary breadth that a subject like astrobiology demands.

We draw on the experience of our staff, who are recognised leaders in astrobiology research and education, and our strong connections with partner institutions in the University of London to offer this novel and pioneering course. Being of considerable breadth and depth, it will equip you with the knowledge, experience and tools required to make significant contributions to astrobiology research and leadership in the UK and beyond.  

Highlights

Careers and employability

Successful completion of this course offers you progression to further routes of study and possible careers in the field in the UK and abroad. As this is a newly established course, we are excited to see the range of career paths our graduates will launch themselves on.

As well as enabling and facilitating your advancement to PhD-level study, this MSc Astrobiology is also designed to equip you with a range of transferable skills considered as highly desirable across employment sectors such as in research, using quantitative methods, giving presentations, writing and science communication. Depending on your final research project, you may also gain laboratory, field and coding skills.

We offer a comprehensive careers service - Careers and Enterprise - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.