Studying at Universitätssternwarte München

Here you find information relevant to both current and prospective USM students and

Courses and Thesis Topics in the current term

Here you find courses as well as available thesis topics in astrophysics, astronomy and cosmology at USM/LMU for the winter term 23/24.

Becoming a student at the Observatory

The challenging degree programs at LMU and its Obervatory provide you with a research oriented training in all areas relevant to modern Astrophysics. Join us and become an expert in gravitational dynamics, planet and star formation, cosmology, statistics, data science and machine learning.

A hands-on and diverse environment

Our degree programs are closely linked to the vibrant research activities taking place at USM and other Munich institutes for Astrophysics & Cosmology. Experience the international environment at LMU, and challenge yourself to become an expert in your field.

Studying at Universitätssternwarte München

Courses and Thesis Topics in the current term

Becoming a student at the Observatory

A hands-on and diverse environment

Research Groups at USM

Our Master's degree program in Astrophysics

Becoming a PhD student at the Observatory

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