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University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

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Graduate Diploma of Science (Astrophysics)

  • Graduate Diploma

UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Science (Astrophysics) is designed for graduates from disciplines other than astronomical and space science to acquire skills and knowledge in physics and astronomy, and develop scientific research skills.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Feb, May
Domestic Fees
$8,948 per year

About this course

Overview
  • UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Science (Astrophysics) is designed for graduates from disciplines other than astronomical and space science to acquire skills and knowledge in physics and astronomy, and develop scientific research skills.
  • This specialisation can also provide professional development in science for those in educational or science communication careers.
  • You have the opportunity to explore galactic astrophysics and cosmology, planetary systems, stellar astrophysics, key concepts of physics, astronomy and observational astrophysics.
  • Topics may also include astrometry, photometry, spectroscopy, telescopes, optics, detectors and data analysis to advance your knowledge further.
Further study

This qualification is also ideal for those wishing to move into further study. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Science, students have the potential to move into the Master of Science coursework degree if they meet other requirements for entry.

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

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

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 self-employment providing scientific and/or technical services.

Course structure

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 8 units.

Courses to be studied Units 8 x specialisation courses 8 Total 8

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.

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You can select to start your study in Trimester 1 or 2.

Study period Application closing date Orientation
Study period s
tart date		 Finish date
Trimester 1, 2024 Monday 22 January Monday 15 January Monday 22 January Friday 26 April
Trimester 2, 2024 Monday 20 May Monday 6 May Monday 13 May Friday 16 August

More information on applying key dates is available.

Further information

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