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Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences - Astronomy and Space Science Major

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Explore the latest developments in astronomy, astrophysics and radio astronomy, as well as in space science and technology. Study the Astronomy and Space Science major in the Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

Explore the latest developments in astronomy, astrophysics and radio astronomy, as well as in space science and technology. Study the Astronomy and Space Science major in the Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences.

Today, astronomers and space scientists use super-computing, image processing and telecommunication, networking and programming, big data and digital signal processing, advanced electronics, physics, statistics and mathematical modelling.Astronomy and space science is a multi-faceted and interdisciplinary subject, which reveals a vast, varied and beautiful universe, puts our planet into perspective, and deals with space exploration and the origins of Earth and life. The skills you develop in the Astronomy and Space Science major are also readily transferable to many other fields.

Study locations

City Campus

Online

Career pathways

  • Astronomer
  • Industrial mathematician
  • Observatory technician or research officer
  • Planetarium lecturer
  • Programmer or systems developer
  • Scientific programmer
  • Secondary teacher*
  • Technical software developer

*After completing a graduate diploma in education.

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