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Bachelor of Space Science
- Melbourne, Australia
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A three-year degree on space science and technology linking upstream and downstream parts of the space sector.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Space Science. Apply relevant theories
- Methods
- And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Space Science.
Career outcomes
- Space industry consultant
- Satellite engineer
- Space debris tracking analyst
- Sounding rocket engineer or scientist
- Payload scientist
- Launch engineer
- Project manager
- Flight controller
- Mission manager
- Space weather forecaster
Curriculum
- Year one covers fundamental science concepts in a common first year
- With calculus
- Physics
- Space exploration and physical sciences
- Year two enhances understanding of mechanics and data pre-processing
- And later years apply these to space applications. Three years full-time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completion of Australian Year 12 (VCE) or an equivalent qualification with a course-specific minimum average (65% on most pages
- up to 85% for some)
- plus prerequisites or selection tasks for some courses. RMIT Foundation Studies or a relevant diploma can also qualify
- Minimum average of 65% in a VCE-equivalent qualification on most course pages (38 of 60 bachelor pages read)
- 70-85% on others; some courses add selection tasks (portfolio
- interview
- test) and prerequisites
Accepted academic background
Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent; completion of RMIT Foundation Studies or a recognised diploma also qualifies
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- Application Form
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $45,506 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | STEM College |
| Department | School of Science |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 288 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | RMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
3 Mar 2027
110 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 3 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $45,506 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176, IELTS Academic 6.5.