Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy)
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Duration
6 Month/s
Intakes
Online (Study Period 1, Study Period 3) - View application and start dates
Fees
A$11920 (total for 2023)*
The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Course structure
- 3 astronomy core units (37.5 credit points)
- 1 elective unit (12.5 credit points)
Units of study
Elective single units of study are available to students. Find out more.
Note: These units are offered in the following study periods:
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Course aims and objectives.
Aims and objectives
- identify, interpret and analyse credible resources to present information, knowledge and critique on astronomy topics
- apply problem solving methodologies to synthesise solutions that demonstrate information and technical skills in astronomy
- apply communication skills to demonstrate an understanding of recent developments in astronomy
- demonstrate skills and knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to astronomy
- manage own time and work independently to investigate and communicate research in astronomy
- demonstrate communication and technical skills, either individually or working as an effective member in a team to interpret complex ideas in astronomy to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Pathways and scholarships
- Scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and English language requirements.
Course fees
Entry requirements
Any recognised bachelor degree.
Non-standard entry
Applicants with relevant astronomy or astronomy-related experience* (minimum of three years) will be considered for entry.
All applicants
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy), students may apply to enter the Graduate Diploma of Science (Astronomy) or the Master of Science (Astronomy).
* Relevant industry experience: If this includes work experience, documents substantiating work experience need to be provided on company letterhead and clearly detail roles as well as duties and duration of posts held.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65%
- Or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
How to apply
Find out more about how to apply.
Find out more
Tel: +61 3 9214 8444 (outside Australia)