Space Science & Stellar Astrophysics (PHYS2082)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2025
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
4 Contact hours
Incompatible
PHYS2080 or PHYS3180
Prerequisite
PHYS1001 or PHYS1171
Recommended prerequisite
PHYS1002
Assessment methods
Assignments and examinations
Course enquiries
Doctor Benjamin Pope (Semester 2, Regular, St Lucia, In person)
Dr Benjamin Pope
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course develops a broad understanding of the physical processes taking place in stars and solar systems. Topics include the orbits of planets and binary stars, the classification of stars, stellar atmospheres, star formation, supernovae, white dwarf stars and neutron stars. There is particular emphasis on the scientific techniques used to explore solar systems.
