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BP330 · RMIT University · Bachelor degree

Bachelor of Space Science

STEM College

Minimum ATAR
70.1
Full time
3 years
Part time
6 years
Credit points
—
Campus
Melbourne City
Mode
On campus

Overview

There is substantial government and industry investment in space science technology, highlighting the growing gap in skills, both in Australia and internationally.

Do you want to be part of Space 2.0? Have you thought about human spaceflight, space tourism and even missions to Mars? Study space science at RMIT.

Course structure

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Year One of Program

96 cp

Students must complete a series of compulsory onboarding modules during their first semester or study period. Complete 96 credit points from the following:

  • ONPS2700Data for a Scientific World12 cp
  • ONPS2699The World of Life Sciences12 cp
  • ONPS2701Physical Sciences in Action12 cp
  • MATH2469A Calculus Toolbox for Scientists12 cp
  • PHYS1046Mechanics and Thermodynamics12 cp
  • PHYS2189Introduction to Electromagnetism and Optics12 cp
  • PHYS2182Space Exploration12 cp

Year Two of Program

60 cp

Complete 60 credit points from the following: AND Complete 12 credit points from the Science Options list at the end of the program structure. The Science Options list at the end of the program structure. AND Complete 24 credit points from your chosen minor or the Science Options list at the end of the program structure. Your chosen minor or the Science Options list at the end of the program structure.

Year Three of Program

60 cp

Complete 60 credit points from the following: AND Complete 12 credit points from the following: AND ( Complete 24 credit points from your chosen Minor listed at the end of the program structure. Your chosen Minor listed at the end of the program structure. OR Part C.5 OR Complete 24 credit points from the Science Options listed at the end of the program structure. The Science Options listed at the end of the program structure. Complete 12 credit points from the Science Options List and 12 credit points from any University Electives. 12 credit points from the Science Options List and 12 credit points from any University Electives. OR Complete 24 credit points from any: University Elective )

Minor: Geospatial Science

  • GEOM2083Applied Geospatial Techniques12 cp
  • GEOM2077Mapping The World12 cp
  • GEOM1033Spatial Information Science Fundamentals12 cp
  • GEOM2159Geospatial Programming12 cp

Minor: Mathematics for Space Science

  • MATH2311Advanced Linear Algebra with Vector Calculus12 cp
  • MATH2138Modelling with Differential Equations12 cp
  • MATH2237Data Visualisation with R12 cp
  • MATH2391Numerical Techniques12 cp

Science Option List

List of Science Option Courses:

  • BIOL2547Plant and Animal Biology12 cp
  • CHEM1313Chemistry Fundamentals 112 cp
  • CHEM1314Chemistry Fundamentals 212 cp
  • ENVI1146The Changing Environment12 cp
  • GEOM1033Spatial Information Science Fundamentals12 cp
  • GEOM2083Applied Geospatial Techniques12 cp
  • GEOM2077Mapping The World12 cp
  • GEOM2159Geospatial Programming12 cp
  • MATH2138Modelling with Differential Equations12 cp
  • MATH2237Data Visualisation with R12 cp
  • MATH2201Statistical Methodologies12 cp
  • MATH2203Linear Models and Experimental Design12 cp
  • MATH2311Advanced Linear Algebra with Vector Calculus12 cp
  • MATH2391Numerical Techniques12 cp
  • ONPS2543Science Work Experience 112 cp
  • ONPS2662Science Work Experience24 cp
  • PHYS2066Energy and Earth's Environment12 cp

Careers

  • Space industry consultant
  • Satellite engineer
  • Space debris tracking analyst
  • Sounding rocket engineer/scientist
  • Payload scientist
  • Launch engineer
  • Project manager
  • Flight controller
  • Mission manager
  • Space weather forecaster