ASP4200 · Astrophysics honours coursework

Overview

ASP4200 is a level four unit in the Honours Program of the Bachelor of Science course. The unit comprises six approved lecture topics which you can choose from those offered in the Honours Handbook of the School of Physics and Astronomy. These provide advanced instruction in Astrophysics and related fields, and support for those wishing to develop a career in research.

Areas of study: Astrophysics

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook publishes no assessment items for this unit yet.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of astrophysics and related disciplines.
2. Synthesize and interpret their knowledge.
3. Apply their knowledge and critical thinking skills to the solution of complex problems.
4. Plan, and efficiently carry out, work requirements.
5. Make effective use of information and communication technology for the collection and analysis of data, the solution of problems and the presentation of their work.
6. Understand, use and explain the basic concepts and principles of the research literature which underpins their chosen area of research in astrophysics.

Workload

Approximately 8-10 hours and lectures and practice classes per week for 24 weeks (two semesters).

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.