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Master of Science Major Astronomy
Start
  • Semester 1 (February)
  • Semester 2 (July)
Flexibility
  • Distance
Campus
  • -
Duration
  • 2 years or part time equivalent
Units
  • 16 units
Approximate annual fees
  • Domestic full fee paying
    AUD 18540
  • Commonwealth supported
    AUD 8360
Start
  • Semester 1 (February)
  • Semester 2 (July)
Flexibility
  • Distance
Campus
  • -
Duration
  • 2 years or part time equivalent
Units
  • 16 units
Approximate annual fees
  • Distance/Online
    AUD 21280
  • On-campus
    AUD 24760

What will I study?

Program structure

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 16
Total     16
Please note: the courses listed below are a sample only and current students should consult the USQ Handbook for their recommended enrolment patterns.
Core courses:
PHY1101Astronomy 1
PHY2204Astronomy and Astrophysics
PHY8001Observational Astronomy1
PHY8002Planetary Science1
PHY1107Astronomy 2
PHY8004Stellar Astronomy1
PHY8003Galactic Astronomy and Cosmology1
MSC8001Research Project Methodology1
MSC8002Research Project Dissertation1
CSC1401Foundation Programming
1 Two unit course.