Degree
Major
80 credit points
Major in Astronomy and Astrophysics
Overview
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Degree/s offering this major
Bachelor of Science
Summary
Key features
- Access optical and radio telescopes
Study within the Macquarie University Observatory – the only operational on-campus observatory in Australia.
- Enhance your learning via our unique industry partnerships
Work collaboratively with CSIRO’s Astronomy and Space Science, and the Macquarie node of Australian Astronomical Optics.
- Study in our state-of-the-art facilities
Enhance your learning by studying in modern labs designed to foster collaboration and cutting-edge scientific research.
- Gain foundational skills relevant to future workforce needs
Acquire in-depth knowledge in astronomy and astrophysics, as well as skills in mathematics, statistics or coding.
Career outcomes
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Studying at Macquarie
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Benefits of studying at Macquarie
Major structure
What you’ll study
A major allows you to focus on an area of study, such as Astronomy and Astrophysics, within more generalist degrees. It’s recorded on your testamur and academic transcript.
Major requirements
80 credit points
Essential Units
80 credit points
Complete each unit below.
Essential units are units that you must complete to qualify for your degree.
How can I study this major?
Astronomy and Astrophysics is available as a major as part of the below degree/s:
Further course details
For further details and specific course requirements, visit the Handbook >
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Career outcomes
Set your career in motion
Professions
- Astronomical research and instrumentation specialist
- Computing and modelling adviser
- Education adviser
- Industrial researcher
- Patent attorney
- Remote sensing specialist
- Scientific officer
- Scientific researcher
Employers
- Banks and financial institutions
- CSIRO
- Consulting firms
- Defence agencies
- Educational institutions
- Government agencies and departments
- High-tech companies
- Hospitals
- Laboratories
- NASA
- Observatories
- Science and technology organisations
- Universities
- Utilities companies
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