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JCU Graduate Diploma of Astronomy Program

Centre for Astronomy

The Graduate Diploma of Astronomy

What is the Graduate Diploma of Astronomy?

The Graduate Diploma of Astronomy is a fully Internet delivered program in Astronomy, astrophysics and astronomy related areas.

The Graduate Diploma in Astronomy is a extension of the Graduate Certificate in Astronomy.
It is a stepping-stone between the Graduate Certificate in Astronomy and the Masters in Astronomy. It is also an exit point for students who do not wish to complete the Master of Astronomy.
The Graduate Certificate of Astronomy is available to candidates who do not have a degree, however progress beyond the Graduate certificate is not normally possible without a first degree.

Entry Requirement

Entry requirements for the Graduate Diploma of Astronomy is normally a Bachelor's level degree.

More details of entry standards required for all JCU Centre for Astronomy Internet programs are available at the Entry Standard Requirements page.

Fees

The fees for this program will be set for each intake of students.
Information about fees is avaiable at: http://www.jcu.edu.au/international/fees/index.htm
Exchange rates change continually; here is the current conversion site.

Course Structure

The Graduate Diploma of Astronomy is a part-time degree taken one subject per semester for 4 semesters. There are two semesters per year in the Australian academic calendar.

degree structure for jcu internet Graduate Diploma of Astronomy

 

Subject for the Graduate Diploma of Astronomy

The Graduate Diploma of Astronomy consists of 4 subjects, taken one per semester.

Subjects

Textbook information

How Do I Apply for this Program:

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