Science (Astrophysics), Bachelor

This degree aims to provide students with an experience in independent analysis and research in their chosen field of expertise. Discover why.

Your inquisitive mind has undoubtedly pondered the biggest questions posed by humankind – such as the ultimate fate of the universe and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Astrophysics addresses these questions by using theory, observations made with the largest telescopes, and calculations done on the world's largest supercomputers. You will study the distribution of matter in the universe and celestial objects such as planets and stars, comets, pulsars and quasars, galaxies and black holes.Monash's impressive undergraduate program is currently the most comprehensive in Australia. It is home to world-leading experts in observational and theoretical astrophysics, whose expertise is directly relevant to the content of the undergraduate program.