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Please note: From Study Period 1 2020:Only the Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy) will be available for students to study via Open Universities Australia (OUA).Students wanting to continue their studies in either the <a href="https://www.swinburne.edu.au/study/course/Graduate-Diploma-of-Science-(Astronomy)-GD-SASTRO/local" target="_blank">Graduate Diploma of Science (Astronomy)</a> or <a href="https://www.swinburne.edu.au/study/course/Master-of-Science-(Astronomy)-MA-SASTRO/local" target="_blank">Master of Science (Astronomy)</a> will need to apply directly with <a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/6cIPCE8kr8sgQKrJFp_WzL?domain=swinburne.edu.au" target="_blank">Swinburne University of Technology</a>.Additional information is also available at <a href="https://astronomy.swinburne.edu.au/sao/" target="_blank">Swinburne Astronomy Online (SAO)</a>.The Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy) cover the fundamental concepts and ‘big questions’ of modern astronomy. It equips students with an overall understanding of modern astronomy, rather than training as a professional astronomer.The introductory level subjects require no background mathematical knowledge and instead focus on a conceptual approach to astronomy. However, some of the more advanced-level subjects have prerequisites and assume knowledge of introductory tertiary level mathematics and physics.

Focus on a conceptual approach to astronomy and the 'big questions' without needing a mathematical background. Graduates find opportunities working in observatories, science centres and museums, science and astronomy education and public outreach.

Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy)

Exploring the Solar System

Galaxies and their Place in the Universe

Exploring Stars and the Milky Way

Studies in Space Exploration

This subject aims to provide an introduction to our solar neighbourhood, including terrestrial planets, giant planets, minor bodies and the Sun. The emphasis is on conceptual astronomy rather than mathematical techniques.

Revolve around the solar system. Survey the stellar suburbs of stars, terrestrial and giant planets and the Moon and Sun. Understand Earth’s position.  Study celestial activities of the night sky. Probe the solid surfaces of Mercury, Venus and Mars. 

This subject presents the basic principles, issues and scientific goals in space exploration, and traces its history and development with particular reference to manned versus unmanned space exploration, spacecraft design, launch and navigation, imaging and remote sensing. Public perception of space science and analysis of the costs, risks and benefits of space exploration are discussed with special reference to ethical and legal implications of topics, such as the use of radioisotope fuel sources, &#39;space junk&#39; and mining rights in space.

Launch through the cosmos and trace the history and progress of space exploration. Navigate the risks and benefits. Observe and explore crewed versus robotic galactic missions. Unearth ethical and legal debates. Probe public perceptions. 

This subject aims to provide an introduction to galaxies and galaxy clustering, theories of dark matter, galaxy formation and evolution.

Gravitate towards galaxies and reveal the theory of dark matter. Chart the universe in depth and navigate structures from dwarf stars to voids. Discover the gravity of galactic clusters. Unearth how first galaxies are formed, evolve and change. 

This subject aims to provide an introduction to the birth, life and death of stars and the structure of our Galaxy. The emphasis is on conceptual astronomy rather than mathematical techniques.

Revolve around the Milky Way and classify stars. Illuminate stellar lifecycles from the birth of dazzling white dwarfs to fading red giants. Get deeply topical. Discuss dark matter and raise awareness of modern theory. Map out an astronomical topic. 

This subject will provide an overview of the multi-disciplinary nature of astrobiology - combining geology, chemistry, biology and astronomy. It will investigate the origins and evolution of life on Earth, the interaction between life and its environment, and the search for life elsewhere in the Solar System and beyond

Navigate the origins and evolution of life on Earth. Study what matters in the universe and reach for the stars. Uncover the early Earth and the rise of life. Explore probabilities of life on other planets—what makes habitability and the signs of life.

Astrobiology and the Origins of Life

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