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Astrophysics

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)
Overview Study details

Study Astrophysics to deepen your understanding of the universe and our place in it.

Led by internationally recognised researchers, you will explore theories behind the creation of the universe to understand the origin and evolution of galaxies, stars and planets.

Examine the fundamental laws of physics behind how particles and radiation were created, how galaxies and planetary systems form, and how environments for life develop.

Learn to build computer simulations of the universe and study the physical processes behind the structure of the Milky Way, star formation, stellar atmospheres, gravitational waves, the creation of matter and the cosmic microwave background.

You will have access to state-of-the-art computing facilities as well as specialised tools and instruments used in Astrophysics research.

Highlights

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Physicist
  • Academic researcher
  • Aerospace scientist

Graduate salary

Science and mathematics (undergraduate)

$40K–$85K

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How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Research experience
  • Laboratory work
  • Seminars
  • Workshops

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Mechanics and Thermal Physics I
  • Electromagnetism and Modern Physics
  • Space Science & Stellar Astrophysics
  • Extragalactic Astrophysics & Cosmology

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