If you want to make a difference, studying a science degree at Monash will give you the opportunity to learn from leading experts whose cutting-edge research is influencing the world's future.

The choice, flexibility and depth across the huge range of science disciplines available at Monash means that you will graduate with a degree unique to you, tailored to your individual expertise, interests and career aspirations.

The comprehensive range of majors, extended majors and minors on offer provides you with a broad education and allows you to explore varied interests before focusing in the one or two areas that most inspire you. However, if a particular field has always captivated you, you can choose it from the start.

Astrophysics

Your inquisitive mind has undoubtedly pondered the biggest questions posed by humankind – such as the ultimate fate of the universe and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Astrophysics addresses these questions by using theory, observations made with the largest telescopes, and calculations done on the world's largest supercomputers. You will study the distribution of matter in the universe and celestial objects such as planets and stars, comets, pulsars and quasars, galaxies and black holes.

Monash's impressive undergraduate program is currently the most comprehensive in Australia. It is home to world-leading experts in observational and theoretical astrophysics, whose expertise is directly relevant to the content of the undergraduate program.

Successfully completed:

• Year 12 (THPT Chuyen) with GPA 8.56/ 10