Master of Science (Advanced) in Astronomy and Astrophysics
The Australian National University (ANU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00120C
The Master of Science (Advanced) in Astronomy & Astrophysics is a full time two year program based upon 50% coursework and 50% research. The coursework may be tailored to a students needs, and can include astrophysical techniques, astrophysical computing, planetary science, stellar astrophysics, galaxies, cosmology, and courses from cognate disciplines. Many courses contain research or hands on components that develop skills and knowledge in the latest advances in astronomy and astrophysics. They also offer training in areas highly relevant outside of academia, e.g. project management, computer programing, and problem solving skills. Some of the courses may include the acquisition and analysis of telescope data, the development of theoretical models, or the development and testing of new astronomical instrumentation.
Structure
The Masters of Science (Advanced) in Astronomy & Astrophysics requires the completion of 96 units
Subjects
- ASTR6002 Galaxies and Cosmology
- ASTR6007 Stars
- ASTR6013 Astrophysical Processes
- ASTR8004 Astronomical Computing
- ASTR8006 Galaxies
- ASTR8011 Observational Techniques
- ASTR8016 Optical Instrumentation
- ASTR8020 Diffuse Matter and Star Formation
- ASTR8021 Astrophysical Processes II
- ASTR8022 Stars II and Exoplanets
- COMP6464 High Performance Scientific Computing
- COMP6730 Programming for Scientists
- COMP8300 Parallel Systems
- COMP8410 Data Mining
- COMP8600 Statistical Machine Learning
- EMSC6022 Planetary Science
- MATH6103 Scientific and Industrial Modelling
- MATH6111 Scientific Computing
- MATH8201 Topics in Computational Mathematics
- MATH8202 Theory of Partial Differential Equations
- PHYS6101 Advanced Quantum Mechanics
- PHYS8721 Advanced Imaging Methods and Systems
- STAT7038 Regression Modelling
- STAT6039 Principles of Mathematical Statistics
- PHYS6205 Physics for Future Leaders
- POGO8138 Science, Technology and Public Policy
- SCOM6003 Science in Film and Fiction
- SCOM6015 Public Speaking About Science
- SCOM6501 Science Communication Strategy and Leadership
- SCNC8000 Science Internship
Standard entry requirements
- With a minimum GPA of at least 5.5/7.0
- With at least 8 courses in a cognate discipline, which must also have a minimum GPA of 5.5/7.0
- With a minimum of 2 courses of undergraduate second year Physics
- And a minimum of 2 courses of undergraduate second year Mathematics.
- With completion of a short research project equivalent to ANU ASTR3005 Astrophysics Research Topic.
Study information
Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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Canberra | International: $107,400 | No |
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