Astrophysics
Overview
Mathematics prerequisites and Mathematics Learning Support
In 2024, some mathematics prerequisites for undergraduate students commencing in Semester 1 2025 were removed.
It has been identified that this curriculum component (Program, Major or Minor) has been affected. To ensure success, make sure you are aware of the required level of mathematics (assumed knowledge) for this curriculum component. Visit the mathematics learning support webpage, to understand your pathway to success, including the sequence of units you should complete and the support services available.
About the program
Astrophysics is a subfield of physics, and hence the Astrophysics Program includes the Physics Major as its main component. Techniques developed by physicists and astrophysicists are used across the sciences, e.g., data science, optics, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, radio-carbon dating, medical resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, atomic absorption spectroscopy and electron microscopy.
Skills acquired during an Astrophysics Program, such as numerical and logical problem solving, information handling, critical reasoning, clear communication, experimentation, and use of computers as an analysis tool, are much in demand in many fields of employment. You may end up as a professional astrophysicist, but equally these skills are valued for a job in data science, medicine, communications, manufacturing, teaching, journalism, public service, management, finance, and many more.
Requirements for completion
The Astrophysics program requirements are listed in the Astrophysics unit of study table.
Contact and further information
W Study physics
Address:
School of Physics
Physics Office, Room 210, Building A28
University of Sydney NSW 2006
Physics Student Services
E physics.studentservices@sydney.edu.au
T +61 2 9351 3037
Associate Professor Tristram Alexander
E tristram.alexander@sydney.edu.au
T +61 2 8627 6354
