Melbourne,
VIC,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy) in Hawthorn Australia | Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne University of Technology
|
Hawthorn Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
12,880
(c. USD9,024.96)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy) is an online program that belongs to a structured series of degrees, including the:
Graduate Diploma of Science (Astronomy) and
Master of Science (Astronomy)
with flexible entry and completion options based on prior academic background.
This certificate equips students with specialized knowledge applicable to modern astronomy. It develops essential expertise and science communication abilities in various astronomy-related disciplines, preparing graduates for advanced careers or further academic pursuits.
Graduates often leverage this qualification to pursue or advance careers in education, observatories, science museums, and roles involving astronomy outreach, public engagement, and science communication.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Standard entry
Any recognised bachelor degree.
All applicants
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy), students may apply to enter the Graduate Diploma of Science (Astronomy) or the Master of Science (Astronomy).
English language requirements
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65%
IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
TOEFL (IBT) - 79 (no less than 13 in reading, 12 in listening, 18 in speaking 21 in writing)
Tuition
AUD
12,880