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Advanced Astrophysics unit (KYA428)

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Location: Hobart

Offered subject to student demand/lecturer availability.

Introduction

This unit is an elective coursework unit aimed at students enrolled in honours in physics. The objective is to provide a thorough grounding in the theoretical underpinnings and modern observational understanding of advanced topics in astrophysics including plasma physics, exoplanets, and binary stars. Study of this unit gives an in-depth exposure to the concepts and methods of modern astrophysical research at the forefront of science. Applications of physical principles in daily life and technology are kept in mind at all appropriate points in the course. Students are encouraged to develop their conceptual thinking ability, and to practice approximating real situations by modeling and simulation.

Summary

Unit name Advanced Astrophysics
Unit code KYA428
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
School of Natural Sciences
Discipline Physics
Coordinator Associate Professor Krzysztof Bolejko
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Honours

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 23/2/2025 24/3/2025 13/4/2025 31/5/2025

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2025 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2025 will be available from the 1st October 2024. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the physical principles underlying complex theoretical topics in astrophysics, cosmology, and plasma physics.
  • Use the methods and tools of modern astrophysics to solve problems in a research setting.
  • Find and organise information from appropriate sources to identify the important physical processes governing astrophysical phenomena.
  • Critically assess observational evidence to test hypotheses and make predictions in astrophysics and cosmology.
  • Synthesize complex astrophysical information and communicate conclusions in clear language to a variety of audiences.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
010301 $1,164.00 $1,164.00 not applicable $3,405.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

students must be enrolled in Honours, Masters, or PhD course in physics or a closely-related discipline.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

3 x 1-hr lectures per week, 1 x 1-hr tutorial

AssessmentPresentation of Experimental Results (16.7%)|Research Project Oral Report (16.7%)|Problem Set Assignments (33.3%)|Research Project Report (33.3%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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