Graduate Diploma of Science (Astronomy)
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Duration
1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
Intakes
Online (Study Period 1, Study Period 3) - View application and start dates
Study mode
- Online
2023 Start Dates
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Course structure
- 8 core units of study (100 credit points).
The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Graduate Diploma in Science (Astronomy) is 50 credit points (normally four units)
Units of study
AST80005 Exploring the Solar System
AST80006 Galaxies and their Place in the Universe
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
- Credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
How do I pay my fees?
FEE-HELP is a loan given to eligible full-fee paying higher education students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth Government pays the amount of the loan directly to Swinburne.
Entry requirements
• mathematical sciences,
• physics and astronomy,
• earth sciences,
• computer science,
• information systems,
• aerospace engineering and technology,
• radiology,
• optical science,
• radiography