Dr. Sandra Chapman

Professor

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Biography

Sandra Chapman is a plasma physicist primarily focused on problems in astrophysics. She serves as a Professor of Physics and is the Director of the Centre for Fusion, Space and Astrophysics at the University of Warwick. Her research has been recognized and supported by various awards, including the 2024 European Geosciences Union Hannes Alfvén Medal, the 2022 Royal Astronomical Society Chapman Medal, and the 2021 Lloyd’s Science Risk Prize for Climate Change. Over her career, she has been involved in multiple research fellowships and programs funded by leading organizations, including the STFC and EPSRC. Notable fellowships include the 2023 Johannes Geiss Fellow at the International Space Science Institute and the 2017 Fulbright-Lloyd’s London Scholarship. Her academic contributions extend to guest researcher positions and teaching appointments at various prestigious institutions. Chapman is also known for her interdisciplinary interest in the intersection of science and art and is the author of the textbook "Core Electrodynamics."

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, UK

Leading research and teaching in plasma physics and astrophysics.

Awards

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Hannes Alfvén Medal

2024-01-01
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Chapman Medal

2022-01-01
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Lloyd’s London Science Risk Prize

2021-01-01

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.