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University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

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Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy)

  • Graduate Certificate

UniSQ's Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy) gives you the opportunity to acquire new skills in the field of astronomy, allowing you to learn more about the universe and broaden career prospects in science, technology or education.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$4,148 per year

About this course

Overview
  • UniSQ's Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy) gives you the opportunity to acquire new skills in the field of astronomy, allowing you to learn more about the universe and broaden career prospects in science, technology or education.
  • Choose four eligible units of study to upskill in science and gain an appreciation of the ethical challenges presented by modern science and technology.
Further study

This qualification is also ideal for those wishing to move into further study. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy), students have the ability to move into the Graduate Diploma of Science.

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Entry requirements

Entry requirements
  • 3-year Bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent.
  • or
  • equivalent professional work experience, as determined through the Credit and Exemption procedure.
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Study locations

External

Distance

Online

Career pathways

Career outcomes
  • As a graduate you may find career opportunities as a scientist working for industry or government, technician working in a laboratory or in the field, teacher (in combination with appropriate education studies) or providing scientific and/or technical services.

Course structure

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 4 units. Most courses (similar to 'subjects') are valued at 1 unit.

Courses to be studied Units 4 x specialisation courses 4 Total 4

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

How to apply

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

The closing dates for applying directly to UniSQ are:

  • Semester 1, 2023 - applications close on 20 February and the Semester 1 study period commences on Monday 20 February, 2023.
  • Semester 2, 2023 - applications close on 10 July and the Semester 2 study period commences on Monday 10 July, 2023.

The closing dates for applying directly to UniSQ are:

  • Trimester 1, 2024 - applications close 22 January 2024 and the Trimester 1 study period starts on 22 January 2024.
  • Trimester 2, 2024 - applications close 13 May 2024 and the Trimester 2 study period starts on 13 May 2024.

More information on applying key dates is available.

Further information

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Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Southern Queensland (USQ).
82.6%
Overall satisfaction
78.3%
Skill scale
59.4%
Teaching scale
84.4%
Employed full-time
$85k
Average salary