Canberra,
ACT,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Genetics (Honours) in Astronomy and Astrophysics in Canberra Australia | The Australian National University
The Australian National University
|
Canberra Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
50,760
(c. USD35,795.95)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The astronomy and astrophysics honors program is designed for students with fundamental understanding of the discipline who wish to pursue specialized coursework and conduct independent research under faculty guidance. Typically completed full-time over two consecutive semesters, the program combines research training, advanced study of contemporary theories, and a significant research project resulting in a thesis. This program provides essential research skills and serves as a springboard for careers in astrophysics, physics, applied mathematics, statistics, science communication, computer science, or as preparation for doctoral studies in Astronomy and Astrophysics.
Learning Outcomes
Develop and execute an autonomous, sustained research project to contribute original knowledge in astronomy and astrophysics.
Critically assess relevant theories and principles in the field, connect them with appropriate methodologies and evidence, and derive well-supported conclusions.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
An AQF Level 7 Bachelor of Genetics Degree or equivalent completed within the last two years.
With a weighted average mark equivalent to an ANU 70 per cent calculated from the 36 units ie 0.75 EFTSL of courses in the discipline cognate to the honor's specialisation excluding 1000-level courses ie introductory undergraduate courses with the highest marks
And the satisfaction of any admission requirements described in the relevant honor's specialisation.
IELTS - Overall score - 6.5, Reading - 6.0, Writing - 6.0, Listening - 6.0, Speaking - 6.0.
TOEFL IBT - Overall score - 80, Reading - 20, Writing - 20, Listening - 18, Speaking - 18.
With a weighted average mark equivalent to an ANU 70 per cent calculated from the 36 units ie 0.75 EFTSL of courses in the discipline cognate to the honor's specialisation excluding 1000-level courses ie introductory undergraduate courses with the highest marks
And the satisfaction of any admission requirements described in the relevant honor's specialisation.
IELTS - Overall score - 6.5, Reading - 6.0, Writing - 6.0, Listening - 6.0, Speaking - 6.0.
TOEFL IBT - Overall score - 80, Reading - 20, Writing - 20, Listening - 18, Speaking - 18.
Tuition
AUD
50,760