The Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing (CAS) is dedicated to inspiring a fascination with the universe through research and education. We aim to understand how the universe around us came to be and determine the nature of the physical laws making it work. By pursuing this work, we will enable technology development, train the next generation of physical scientists and inspire the public.

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    Our research

    Research within the centre spans the entire electromagnetic spectrum covering computational, theoretical and observational astronomy.

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    Our people

    Meet our teams of directors, academics, PhD students and committee members.

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  • Mother and daughter learning about astronomy together using a model of planets and the solar system.

    Outreach programs

    Further your interest in astronomy by partaking in one of our many educational outreach programs, including lectures and school programs.

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    Our study options

    We offer bachelor, master and PhD degrees, online courses and many other educational opportunities.

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  • "I am delighted to lead one of the world’s foremost astrophysics and supercomputing centres. Here at CAS we embrace collaborations with national and international colleagues and actively welcome visitors. Come and find out what makes us so special!"

    Professor Jean Brodie , Director of the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing

Specialist facilities

Did you know?

The Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing recently won a Silver Pleiades Award for taking active steps to advance the careers of women.

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Attend our colloquia and conferences

The Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing colloquium program offers a diverse range of presentations on all facets of astronomy.

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Centre news

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    Swinburne highly cited researchers reach the top in 12 fields

    Ten Swinburne academics have been named on the Highly Cited Researchers 2025 list, released by Clarivate

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    Tuesday 02 December 2025
    • Astronomy
    • Technology
    • Science
    • Engineering

    Meet Swinburne’s Roo-ver Mission team

    Roo-ver will be Australia's first lunar rover, and it’s being designed, built and tested in Australia. Swinburne is playing a key role in the design and construction of Roo-ver, through its involvement in the ELO2 Consortium.

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    Wednesday 26 November 2025
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    • Astronomy
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    Shaping space innovation at the International Astronautical Congress

    The 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) united over 7,000 delegates from more than 90 countries to explore the future of space. Swinburne staff and students delivered 20 talks, panels and presentations, showcasing Australia’s growing leadership in research and education.

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    Friday 10 October 2025
  • Group photo of Indigenous students who participated in Swinburne's Indigenous Astrophysics Work Experience program
    • Astronomy

    Indigenous students explore the cosmos through Swinburne’s astrophysics program

    Indigenous students explored astrophysics at Swinburne, connecting science and culture while building pathways to future careers in STEM.

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    Friday 19 September 2025
  • A/Prof. Andrew Ang, Prof. Alan Duffy, Prof. Virginia Kilborn, Matt Carrick, Danni Jarrett, Prof. Karen Hapgood, Teresa Tufano, Dr Adriano Di Pietro at the Swinburne Space Showcase in Victoria’s Parliament House.
    • Astronomy
    • Science

    Swinburne’s space stars on show at Parliament House

    Swinburne University of Technology hosted a three-day exhibition at Queens Hall in Victoria’s Parliament House . The showcase highlighted the innovative work being done at Swinburne to support the burgeoning space science sector. 

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    Friday 30 May 2025

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If you have any questions, or are looking for more information, feel free to contact our office on +61 3 9214 8000 or at contact@astro.swin.edu.au.

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