NAOC can offer doctoral and master degree in all sub-field in astronomy, including astrophysics, astrometry, celestial mechanics and astronomical technology. About 360 graduate students are currently enrolled in NAOC.
The Call for 2024 Program for International Students
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The UCAS School of Astronomy and Space Science was founded in June 2015 by NAOC with the help of nine supporting institutes,its Dean being the high-level scientist of NAOC. The School of Astronomy and Space Science already organises course teaching for roughly 180 graduate students each year, and more than 30 third-year and forth-year undergraduates who intend to graduate as astronomy majors.
The School intends to develop well-rounded students with not only theoretical understanding but also creative imaginations and practical skills. The main Yanqihu campus will host a substantial teaching telescope and laboratories for building both optical and radio instruments.
The School of Astronomy and Space Science has 9 teaching and research sections:
Teaching and Research Section of Galaxies and Cosmology
Teaching and Research Section of Star and Galaxy
Teaching and Research Section of Solar Physics
Teaching and Research Section of Planet and Planetary System
Teaching and Research Section of Astrometry and Celestial Mechanics
Teaching and Research Section of Time Service and Navigation
Teaching and Research Section of Astronomical technologis and Methods
Teaching and Research Section of Space Science
Comprehensive Teaching and Research Section