Dr. Michael Garrett

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Research Interests

Astrophysics High Resolution Radio Observations Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

Experience

Sir Bernard Lovell Chair Astrophysics

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester

Leading the Astrophysics department, focusing on research and mentoring students.

General & Scientific Director

2007-01-01 — 2016-01-01

ASTRON • The Netherlands

Oversaw research activities and strategic planning for the organization.

Visiting Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

Leiden Observatory, Leiden University • Leiden

Conducting research in Radio Astronomy Techniques.

Director

2003-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Joint Institute VLBI Europe (JIVE) • Europe

Managed collaborative projects in Very Long Baseline Interferometry.

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.