Bachelor of Science (Astronomical and Space Sciences)
University of Southern Queensland (USQ)
Key Information
Campus location
Australia Online, Australia
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
AUD 21,640 / per year *
Application deadline
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* domestic full fee paying
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Introduction
Start your journey supported by a world-class Astronomy and Space Science team
Are you fascinated by the universe? Interested in science and physics at work in the world around us? USQ’s Bachelor of Science (Astronomical and Space Sciences) combines the fascination of astronomy with the opportunity to develop in-demand expertise in physics, mathematics, statistics, computing and data science.
You will learn from internationally recognized stellar astronomy and planetary systems experts and access USQ’s advanced research facilities, including Mount Kent Observatory, scientific computing software and support, and overseas telescopes available through USQ’s international collaborations in astrophysics.
USQ is ranked above world standard in Astronomical and Space Sciences research (Excellence in Research for Australia report, 2015)
Experience world standard learning with the flexibility of studying externally either full or part-time. You will be supported by online classes, remote access to USQ facilities, and residential schools where appropriate.
Some of the exciting courses available are astronomy, physics, modern physics, astronomical techniques, optics, planetary & exoplanetary science, quantum mechanics, solar & stellar astronomy, photonics, and galactic & extragalactic astronomy. Complementary studies are also offered in areas such as mathematics, science, and computing.
Professional accreditation
USQ has designed this major to align with national and international standards and is seeking accreditation with the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP).
Admissions
Curriculum
Programme structure
Courses to be studied
- Core courses (4 units)
- plus 1 x 12-unit major (12 units)
- plus 1 x 8-unit major
- or 8 x approved courses (8 units)
Scholarships and Funding
Career Opportunities
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you can apply your core scientific skills and related studies in maths and computing to a range of careers, within education, government or the private sector. You can also choose to take further studies at USQ to pursue a career in tertiary education or research.