Bachelor of Science (Space Sc & Astrophysics)

The final frontier Want to delve into the depths of our solar system? Explore the universe’s most distant galaxies? This is the number one degree in South Australia for Astronomical and Space Sciences research.* You will have access to world-leading researchers, including Nobel Prize winners and the recipient of the 2020 Prime Minister's Award for Science. What will you do? Our Bachelor of Science (Space Science and Astrophysics) places a strong emphasis on maths and physics. You will: work with, and learn from international researchers whose ground-breaking and award-winning discoveries are changing the way we understand our universedevelop problem-solving skills critical to modern careers in physics, high-tech and space industries, and big data sciencehave the opportunity to take part in project work with established scientistsdiscover the fundamental processes which define our universe and our planetunravel the mysteries of space through core training in astronomy and space sciencesupplement learning with other science, geoscience, and maths programs. You’ll also have opportunities to take part in project work with established scientists. Where could it take you? You might research star formation with a national space agency or be a planetarium director. You could forecast geomagnetic storms at the Bureau of Meteorology. Perhaps you’ll work in an observatory, publish a book or host the next award-winning space documentary. *2018 Excellence in Research for Australia Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by DeloitteThis degree gives you the opportunity to be part of our new The Academy by Deloitte You’ll be part of a supportive student cohort that learns from one another and industry leaders. Formal and informal experiences will allow you to build relationships within the Deloitte network. Ranked 74 globally for Physics** Australian Space Agency to generate 20,000 jobs by 2030^ Accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics **Best Global Universities Rankings, 2023 ^Australian Space Agency, 2021[043660G]