Master of Science (Astronomy)
Overview
The Master of Science (Astronomy) is suited to students who have an advanced knowledge of contemporary astronomy. The course provides individuals with the necessary academic knowledge, science communication, and research skills across astronomy and its related fields.
After graduating, students may work in a range of astronomy related fields for professional practice or gain a scholarship in this area.
Upgrade your skills
- Assessing astronomical knowledge
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Communication skills
- Conducting research projects
Stretch your career further
Students can enhance their career opportunities by gaining additional leadership and management skills – an important asset in a today’s complex and changing business environment. The below examples demonstrate the types of roles graduates can attain.
- Astronomy Education Officer
- Pathway to further learning
- Astronomy Outreach Manager
- Astronomy Communication Manager
Strong industry connections and co-creation
- Government agencies (NASA, BOM, ATNF, AAO)
- Melbourne Planetarium
- Leading secondary/tertiary organisation
- CSIRO
International student visa
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Why Swinburne?
The median income for PG graduates five years out is $89K
Top 200 universities worldwide for Physics and Astronomy
QS World University Rankings by Subject 202390.8% of PG graduates found employment within 4 months of completing their course
Top 20% for PG teaching quality in Australia
