Cosmology graduate program

Planck observation of the Cosmic Microwave Background. Princeton has a long tradition in observational, numerical, and theoretical cosmology with research efforts in physics, astronomy and at the IAS.

Ostriker, Spergel, Steinhardt, Zaldarriaga and helped introduce important concepts such as dark matter, dark energy, and inflation. Paul Steinhardt physics was not only a key figure in the development of the inflationary model, but has been recently developing its most promising alternative: the ekpyrotic universe. PHY - Graduate Cosmology. Overview of Course: This course covers the standard model of cosmology, including both the homogeneous Universe and perturbation theory, and the main observational tests of this mod el.

Lecturer: Neelima Sehgal. Contact: neelima. Class Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays pm - pm via Zoom meeting. Office Hours: Mondays - pm via Zoom meeting. Fall applications are open as of November 15, Apply Deadlines for Fall February 15, - 1st Priority deadline for this program. Apply now at apply. Participate in the emergence of a new world view. Play Video. View our Fall Course offerings. View our Spring Newsletter. The PCC MA online and residential programs have been designed to help shape the intellectual, moral, and spiritual leadership necessary for meeting historic global challenges.

By engaging with transformative historical and contemporary ideas, students develop the ability to discern vibrantly creative possibilities for bringing about life-enhancing futures. Admissions decisions are based on past academic achievement, fit with the program mission, maturity, and motivation for educational and personal development.

PCC will consider applicants from a variety of academic backgrounds, including the humanities, the social sciences, the natural sciences, the arts, or professional degree programs. Our students pursue a one-of-a-kind interdisciplinary curriculum, taught by faculty who have established international reputations in such fields as cosmology, philosophy, religious studies, Jungian and transpersonal psychology, ecology, and the evolution of consciousness.

Along with the standard weekly classes, the extended PCC learning experience unfolds in a variety of settings and contexts, from the annual retreat for students, faculty, and alumni at Esalen Institute and the community social gatherings at the start of each semester, to the regular PCC Forums, symposia, and PCC sponsored conferences.

Many of our MA alumni have gone on to pursue doctoral studies or have forged careers in a wide spectrum of educational endeavors, social change organizations, and sustainability related businesses. However, a GPA below 3. These individuals are required to submit a GPA Statement and are encouraged to contact the Office of Admissions to discuss their options.

Transcripts: Official transcripts from all accredited academic institutions attended where 7 or more credits have been earned. If transcripts are being mailed to CIIS, they must arrive in their official, sealed envelopes. Autobiographical Statement: A four-to-six page typed, double-spaced introspective autobiographical statement. The autobiographical statement should describe some themes or significant life events that have a direct bearing on your decision to apply to this program.

Goal Statement. A one-page typed, double-spaced statement of your educational and professional objectives. The goal statement should articulate what you hope to gain from your time in PCC and, if appropriate, how your time in PCC relates to your long-term personal and professional aspirations. Academic Writing Sample: A writing sample of five to fifteen typed, double-spaced pages that demonstrates your capacity to think critically and reflectively and demonstrates graduate level writing abilities.

A sample that uses outside sources must include proper citations. You may submit copies of previous work, such as a recent academic paper, article, or report that reflects scholarly abilities. Instructions for certificate applicants: In the "Type of Degree" menu, choose "Masters. Transcripts: Official transcripts from all accredited academic institutions attended. Transcripts must arrive in their official, sealed envelopes.