Dr. Mark Wyatt

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Biography

Mark Wyatt is a Professor of Astrophysics at the Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge. His research focuses on understanding the formation and evolution of planetary systems, including theoretical and observational studies of extrasolar planets and the solar system. He has made significant contributions to the modeling of planetary systems, particularly in areas related to the dynamics of circumstellar material and the interpretation of observations of circumstellar disks. His notable works include linking features seen in dust disks around stars to unseen planets, investigating the spatially resolved debris disks, and modeling disk evolution scenarios that relate to solar system history. He has published extensively, including reviews and original research articles in leading astrophysical journals. His academic path includes several prestigious fellowships and awards, emphasizing his impact in the field of astrophysics.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

— Present

UK Astronomy Technology Centre, Royal Observatory Edinburgh •

Royal Society University Research Fellow

— Present

Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge •

University Lecturer

— Present

Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge •

Reader in Astrophysics

— Present

Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge •

Professor of Astrophysics

— Present

Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge •

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.