Bachelor of Space Science

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

0100712

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,320 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Bachelor of Space Science

About

There is substantial government and industry investment in space science technology, highlighting the growing gap in skills, both in Australia and internationally.

RMIT's Bachelor of Space Science will develop critical skills in space science and technology, connecting the upstream (build/launch) and downstream (application of space-related products and services) industries.

There is no degree quite like this one in Australia. We lead the way in both space science and engineering research. We provide a unique mix of physics, engineering, geospatial science, mathematics, statistics and specialised space studies.

Why study space science at RMIT?

One-of-a-kind degree

Study the only degree in Australia that teaches space flight operations. Boost your knowledge of space exploration.

World-class facilities

Learn in our state-of-the-art facilities, including physics and engineering labs, developing vital practical skills.

Industry-connected

Benefit from our strong industry partnerships with local and international space companies and space agencies.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 65% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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English Program Requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

Graduates of this degree will be the connectors, coordinators, managers and visionaries who link information and skills from across the space sector.

Space is a booming industry in Australia and around the world. The Australian Space Agency’s goal is to add 20,000 jobs to the nation’s space sector by 2030.

As a space scientist, you’ll be able to pursue a career in a variety of roles:

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 analyst.

Australia will be creating jobs that relate to communications technologies, services and ground stations, Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and debris monitoring, and Positional, Navigation and Timing (PNT) infrastructure. There will also be many opportunities across Earth Observation (EO) services, research and development and remote asset management.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,320

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

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