Bachelor of Space Science

Space is a USD$345 billion global industry which has doubled over the previous decade, with strong growth expected to continue in the medium term.

To better capitalise on both local and global growth opportunities, the Australian Space Agency was created in mid-2018, spawning a new era of growth and innovation for the Australian space industry.

The Australian Space Agency has a goal of tripling the size of Australia’s space sector to $12B and growing the workforce from the current 10,000 FTE to 20,000 by 2030.This program allows you to prepare for an exciting career in the space industry.

In addition to physics, you will study complementary courses in satellite remote sensing, IT and data analytics, signal and systems engineering as well as spaceflight systems design.

These interdisciplinary linkages will provide you with the basic building blocks of scientific knowledge and engineering fundamentals in the field of space science and technology.

Knowledge is always complemented with practical experiences in laboratory and modelling courses.

Since mathematics provides the necessary scaffolding for doing space science, two mathematics and one statistics courses (Calculus and Analysis 1 and 2, and Data Preprocessing) are also core courses in the space science program.

Combining the expertise of the Schools of Science and Engineering from the College of Science, Engineering and Health, the Bachelor of Space Science prepares you to meet the challenges of a fast-moving and technology-driven space industry.A strong focus of the program is WIL.

Your capstone WIL experience will be either The Professional Scientist ONPS2335 or Science Work Experience 1 ONPS2543, and Science Project 1 ONPS2186 where you will use all your knowledge and skills to work, perhaps in teams, to develop and implement your own research project.Further course selection can be individualised to an extent by taking other university-wide elective courses offered by the University.

This allows you a degree of flexibility to help you achieve your vocational and academic goals.

This program is delivered on campus;

some courses may be available online.

Year One

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:

AND

Year Two

Complete the following Seven (7) Courses:

Select and complete One (1) Course from any:

AND

Year Three

Complete the following Six (6) Courses:

Select and complete One (1) of the following Courses:

Select and complete One (1) Course from any:

Program entry requirements

Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education, or equivalent.

For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see Country equivalents web page.

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 20 in one of Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics; and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English.

English language requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0, or equivalent.

For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

The Bachelor of Space Science program has a student-focused approach that aims at developing generalist skill levels in the scientific and technical disciplines required by the space industry. You will have a sound scientific knowledge and engineering fundamental as a foundation for a professional career in the space industry; as well as a basis for life-long learning in a rapidly changing global market shaped by economic, cultural, environmental and regulatory forces.

The Bachelor of Space Science program provides the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):

PLO-1 Understanding science and engineering PLO-1.1 You will demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method and engineering fundamental and an ability to apply them in practice. PLO-1.2 You will demonstrate an understanding of the role and relevance of science and engineering in the field of space science and technology. PLO-1.3 You will demonstrate an understanding of the role and importance of evidence in the continuous evolution of scientific knowledge. PLO-1.4 You will demonstrate an understanding of the significance of your research project in the field of space science and technology.

PLO-2 Knowledge capability PLO-2.1 You will have broad knowledge in space science and technology with deep knowledge in its core concepts. PLO-2.2 You will have knowledge in at least one discipline other than your primary discipline and some understanding of interdisciplinary linkages. PLO-2.3 You will demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methodology appropriate to space science and technology.

PLO-3 Inquiry and problem solving PLO-3.1 You will be able to plan and carry out a research project under supervision, showing the development of some capacity for independent work. PLO-3.2 You will be able to gather, critically review and synthesise information relevant to a scientific inquiry or research project. PLO-3.3 You will be able to choose appropriate tools and methods to solve scientific problems within your area of specialisation. PLO-3.4 You will demonstrate well-developed problem solving skills, applying your knowledge and using your ability to think analytically and creatively. PLO-3.5 You will possess an ability to accurately record, analyse, interpret and critically evaluate your research findings.

PLO-4 Communication PLO-4.1 You will be able to communicate the solution to a problem or the results of a scientific investigation using effective oral, written and presentation skills. PLO-4.2 You will be able to communicate the solution to a problem or the results of a scientific investigation using appropriate methods for different audiences.

PLO-5 Personal and professional responsibility PLO-5.1 You will develop a capacity for independent and self-directed work. PLO-5.2 You will work responsibly, safely, legally and ethically. PLO-5.3 You will develop an ability to work collaboratively.