Bachelor of Science (Space Sc & Astrophysics) B.Sc(SSAP)

2009

Program Outline

Space Science and Astrophysics explores the fundamental processes of our universe from the upper atmosphere of the earth to the most distant regions. The understanding of these processes underpins much of the academic and technological research into astronomy, studies of the solar system and the practical use of space. It is important in improving our knowledge and understanding of the universe as a whole, and in enabling us to understand the environment within which space vehicles and planet earth must operate. This program consists of core training in the disciplines of astronomy and space science, with a strong emphasis on physics. Students undertaking this program have direct exposure to professionals in the fields of space science and astrophysics, which enables them  to form professional mentoring relationships. There are also opportunities to take part in project work at each level with established scientists in the field.

Program Structure

The program consists of core training in the disciplines of astronomy and space science with a strong physics emphasis. Students are given the flexibility to supplement this core with their choice of other science, geoscience, and mathematically based work. Students will have direct exposure to professionals in the fields of space science and astrophysics that will enable them to form mentoring relationships with those professionals. Students will have opportunities to take part in project work at each level with established scientists in the field.

Admission Information

Domestic applicants

Not a domestic applicant?

2008 CSP IB	31
SATAC Code	324101
2008 CSP TER	94.2
HESS group	General
Annual tuition fees	Commonwealth-supported place: $4,162
Mid-year entry?	Yes
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Year 12 applicants

You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent (48 units) university study. You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER). Applicants who have studied Physics 1 and/or Mathematics 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses.

Prerequisites

SACE Stage 2: Physics, Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics

IB: Mathematics (HL grade 4) and Physics (SL grade 5/HL grade 4)

For midyear entry, applicants should contact the Student Centre before applying to ensure that an appropriate study pathway is available.

Alternative entry pathways

• Higher Education applicants
  You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. Applicants who have studied Physics 1 and/or Mathematics 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You are ranked on the basis of your best GPA.
• Special Entry applicants
  You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Applicants who have studied Physics 1 and/or Mathematics 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
• Without formal qualifications?
  You may be eligible for our special access schemes.

How to Apply

SATAC Code: 324101

Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission

International applicants

Not an international applicant?

International TER	80
IELTS Total	6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees	International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Prerequisites

Mathematics and Physics

Equivalent Scores

International TER	80
IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing	6 5.5 5.5 6 6

How to Apply

Application information for international students

Important application deadlines for international students

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

International TER	80
Annual tuition fees	International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Prerequisites

SACE Stage 2: Physics, Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics

IB: Mathematics (HL grade 4) and Physics (SL grade 5/HL grade 4)

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Please note that this program is under review and the courses listed at levels II and III are indicative only. Level I
Semester 1 (core courses): MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA PHYSICS 1100 Physics IA PHYSICS 1007 Space Science and Astrophysics I  Semester 2 (core courses): MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB PHYSICS 1200 Physics IB Passes in additional Level I courses chosen from: APP MATHS 1000 Scientific Computing I PHYSICS 1005: Physics, Ideas and Society I GEOLOGY 1100: Earth's Interior I together with additional Level I courses selected in consultation with the Program Coordinator in accordance with the Academic Program Rules 5.2, 5.6.1 and 5.6.2 for the degree of Bachelor of Science.
Level II
Semester 1 (core courses) MATHS 2102: Differential Equations MATHS 2101: Multivariable and Complex Calculus PHYSICS 2510: Physics IIA Semester 2 (core courses) PHYSICS 2520: Physics IIB PHYSICS 2534: Electromagnetism II PHYSICS 2536: Space Science and Astrophysics II Plus passes in additional Level II courses chosen from: PHYSICS 2532: Classical Physics II or selected in consultation with the Program Coordinator and in accordance with Academic Program Rules 5.2, 5.6.3 and 5.6.4 for the degree of Bachelor of Science or selected courses listed for the degree of Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace)
Level III
Passes in: PHYSICS 3002 Experimental Physics III and at least two of: PHYSICS 3001 Electromagnetism and Optics III PHYSICS 3004 Quantum Mechanics IIIA PHYSICS 3009 Statistical Mechanics III Passes in: PHYSICS 3013 Astrophysics III PHYSICS 3014 Atmospheric & Environmental Physics III together with additional Level III courses selected in consultation with the Program Coordinator from Science electives

Program Rules

Faculty of Sciences

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