SpecialisationPostgraduate

ASTROPHY09 Astrophysics

Faculty of Science

Astrophysics (ASTROPHY09) is a specialisation worth 96 credit points, listing 12 units, taught at Clayton. It is offered in 1 course: Master of Science.

Credit points: 96
Units: 12
Campus: Clayton
Offered in: 1 course

This is the 2025 handbook entry. See the 2026 entry.

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Overview

In this specialisation you will develop your knowledge of Astrophysics through advanced coursework; you will also have the option to undertake elective coursework in other subject areas relevant to career development in Astrophysics.

Studies will be chosen from a variety of topics including: Computational astrophysics (compulsory), Advanced observational astronomy, Stellar astrophysics, Data analysis, Dynamics in contemporary astrophysics, General relativity & cosmology, High energy astrophysics, Radiation astrophysics, Order of magnitude astrophysics, Advanced general relativity, Machine learning and Special topics in contemporary astrophysics

In addition to advanced coursework studies, you will complete a research project in theoretical astrophysics, computational astrophysics or observational astronomy.

Availability
Astrophysics is listed in S6000 Master of Science at Clayton as a postgraduate specialisation.

Structure

Part A. Foundation studies24 credit points

The foundation studies will depend on your previous background and will be confirmed following a discussion with the specialisation lead.

Foundation studies core units

18 credit points

You must complete the following units

Additional foundation studies unit

6 credit points

You must complete one the following units, based on discussion with the specialisation lead.

Part B. Advanced studies24 credit points

You must complete the following units

Part C. Research Project or Work Integrated Learning24 credit points

You must complete one of the following options

a) Research option

24 credit points

ASP5000Advanced astrophysics research projectNo reviews yet24 cp

b) Research and WIL option

24 credit points

SCI5000Master work integrated learning projectNo reviews yet12 cp

Part D. Extended studies24 credit points

You must complete the following units

Courses that offer it

S6000SpecialisationMaster of ScienceNo reviews yet

Notes

The requirements for this specialisation have been updated since their initial publication on October 11, 2024. For detailed information about these changes, please go to the 2025 Change register.

Learning outcomes

In addition to achieving the broad outcomes of your course, and successfully completing this area of study, you will be able to:

1
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of knowledge in a science discipline through the integration of theories, principles and concepts in the context of contemporary science practice and research.
2
Think critically, creatively, and reflectively to analyse complex problems and to generate innovative solutions, which either extend discipline domain knowledge or integrate different fields of study.
3
Effectively communicate ideas and results to technical and non-technical audiences alike in a variety of formats in a professional context, and work productively within a team of experts in the field.
4
Work competently, independently and ethically in an interdisciplinary, academic and/or professional context.

Contacts

Academic Coordinators: Professor Michael Morgan; Associate Professor Bernhard Mueller

Common questions

Which courses offer Astrophysics?

1 course in 2025: Master of Science.

What units are in Astrophysics?

It lists 12 units, including ASP3012, ASP3162, ASP4020, ASP4021, ASP5000, ASP5020, ASP5021 and PHS3102. The structure above shows which are required and which you choose.

Specialisation details

Type: Specialisation
Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points: 96

Faculty: Faculty of Science
Handbook years: 20252026