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University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

  • 12% international / 88% domestic

Master of Science (Astrophysics)

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Science (Astrophysics) enables professional development in astrophysics and astronomical and space sciences through coursework and research.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Jan, May
Domestic Fees
$8,380 per year

About this course

Overview
  • The Master of Science (Astrophysics) enables professional development in astrophysics and astronomical and space sciences through coursework and research.
  • Gain discipline knowledge and research project experience and widely useful scientific, numerical and critical analysis skills.
  • This degree combines coursework and research giving you the opportunity to further develop your skills with four units of research. Designed for those already in an educational or science communication career, you will undertake a professional development component in science, as well as gain a specialist foundation relevant for further research.
  • Advance your research skills and develop a research thesis through a project in your chosen disciplinary application area.
  • You will have access to UniSQ's remote-access facilities, including the Mt Kent Observatory, a facility for astronomical research and education operated by UniSQ, in partnership with the University of Louisville in Kentucky, USA, and Automated Patrol Telescopes Australia Pty Ltd, in addition to a High-Performance Computing cluster.
  • Astronomy at UniSQ is a significant part of a physical sciences research cluster that has consistently rated as world class in Excellence in Research in Australia (ERA) assessments.
  • Students enrolled in the Master of Science (Astrophysics) can apply to exit their studies early with a Graduate Certificate of Science after completion of four units of study.

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 the global space industry supports a range of jobs beyond specialised space scientists and engineers, this degree accommodates those from a range of backgrounds seeking knowledge and skills relevant to international and emerging Australian space industry opportunities.
  • This degree provides professional development for a scientist working for industry or government, technician working in a laboratory or in the field, practicing teacher or provider of scientific or technical services.

Course structure

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 16 units.

Courses to be studied Units Core courses 2 Specialisation courses 8 Student selection courses 2 Research courses 4 Total 16

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.

Note: The Master of Science Astronomy major is only available via external study. It is not offered on-campus.
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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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