Meet our postgraduate physics and astronomy students and alumni

We asked some of our postgraduate students and graduates to share their experiences of studying physics and astronomy at the University of Sheffield.

Joel Gooday

The La Palma field trip was unquestionably the greatest part of the course

Joel Gooday Astrophysics MSc

Joel enjoyed studying Astrophysics at undergraduate level, but wanted to take his studies further. He particularly enjoyed the trip to La Palma, and the hands-on experience he gained there. Now he has his eyes set on a PhD.

Photo of Sejal Pongurlekar

Studying Astrophysics has allowed me to develop new skills while also focusing on my own interests

Sejal Pongurlekar Astrophysics MSc

Sejal found that the modules offered in the Astrophysics MSc course aligned with her interests and future career aspirations.

Alice Cullen

Compared to other universities, the Mathematical and Theoretical Physics course at Sheffield offered a lot more freedom of choice

Alice Cullen Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc

Alice worked on a quantum information project while completing her masters, which led to a PhD here at Sheffield.

Phattharaporn Singkanipa

The course enabled me to conduct research in the field I am most interested in

Phattharaporn Singkanipa Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc

Phattharaporn followed her masters degree with a role as a quantum scientist in Singapore, and is now doing her PhD in quantum computing at the University of Southern California.

Theotokis Georgatos

I enjoyed conducting my own observations using the telescope on the roof

Theotokis Georgatos Astrophysics MSc

Theotokis wants to use his masters degree as a stepping stone to an academic career astrophysics.

a group of students sat on the grass in Weston Park

International postgraduate taught scholarships

We're offering scholarships worth up to £3,000 to international students joining the University to study a taught masters programme in September 2026.

Apply now to join us in September and check if you're eligible