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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Canterbury campus
Full Time
Sep 2026
3 Year
Investigate the possibilities of life elsewhere within the universe and get involved with real space missions from ESA and NASA. This course allows you to specialise in astronomy and space – from spacecraft design to star formation and astrobiology. Using our fantastic facilities, including the Beacon Observatory, and dedicated data analysis lab module, you’ll learn from experts in the field and open up a range of careers in space science. You'll also develop the transferable skills to open up a world of job opportunities, leading to careers in research, engineering, aerospace/defence, medical physics, teaching, finance and data analytics.Accreditation:This course is fully accredited by the Institute of Physics. How you'll study:You’ll receive extensive practical training in our labs and understand the real-world applications of what you learn. Practical sessions are supplemented with a range of teaching and learning methods, including lectures and laboratory classes, computing sessions and team projects.
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