BP330 - Bachelor of Space Science

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Plan: BP330P23 - Bachelor of Space Science
Campus: City Campus

Program delivery and structure

Approach to learning and assessment
Work integrated learning
Program structure
Program transition plan

Approach to learning and assessment

The teaching approach in this program is designed to foster your development as an independent learner so you will be able to extend your capabilities once you graduate. The teaching methods may include lectorial, seminar, tutorial,, practical and laboratory sessions, field-trips and provision of online materials. You will be expected to complete all prescribed out-of-class learning activities in preparation of scheduled face-to-face and online classes, and encouraged to extend your learning through additional recommended readings and online activities. Of particular importance is the time spent in practice, laboratory based and work integrated learning activities that will develop your employability skills and capabilities. 

Several courses in the program are delivered online, rather than on-campus, while other courses are delivered via a combination of predominantly online activities supported by some campus-based activities. All courses use Canvas for electronic provision of course material, tutorial problems and/or other relevant documents.      

Assessment is designed to give you the opportunity to demonstrate your capabilities. Various forms of assessment will be used throughout the program since the assessment you undertake will be appropriate to the objectives and student learning outcomes for each course.  Assessment may include class tests, quizzes, essays/reports, oral class presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects, practical assignments and timed assessments.  

Inherent requirements 

The following information on inherent requirements outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for information only and are not entry requirements.

If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require.

Please read the full list of the Bachelor of Science inherent requirements, which apply to BP330 Bachelor of Space Science: https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/applying-to-rmit/local-student-applications/entry-requirements/inherent-requirements/bachelor-of-science

By understanding the types of activities you’ll participate in, you can:

  • understand more about the program
  • determine if you may need support during your studies
  • make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you

If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies. To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service

The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in on-campus learning and professional experience settings.

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program. There is information on the RMIT University website about how to apply for Credit: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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Work integrated learning

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with  professional or vocational practice. As a student enrolled in this RMIT University program you will:

  • undertake and be assessed on structured activities that allow you to learn, apply and demonstrate your professional or vocational practice;
  • interact with industry and community when undertaking these activities;
  • complete these activities in real work contexts or situations; and
  • these interactions and the work context provide a distinctive source of feedback to you to assist your learning.

Any or all of these aspects of a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience may be in a simulated workplace environment.

In this program you will be doing specific courses that focus on Work Integrated Learning (WIL). You will be assessed on professional or vocational work in a workplace setting (real or simulated) and receive feedback from those involved in your industry.  

The Work Integrated Learning (WIL) designated courses for this program are: 

  • ONPS2669 Science Project

All science students will undertake ONPS2669 Science Project (24 credit point) where you will have the opportunity to learn, apply and demonstrate professional science practice. In these courses you will work individually or in a team on projects under the guidance of a professional scientist (usually an academic "mentor"). The projects undertaken are often linked directly with an active research group within the School or are derived from problems and casework initiated through industrial links with School staff. In addition to the project component, students may be expected to attend scheduled classes where additional supportive content is delivered.

In these WIL courses, you will interact with organisations (industry, government and community) through discipline relevant projects and activities. These interactions and the work context provide a distinctive source of feedback to you to assist your learning.

Other WIL activities will depend on specific courses you take but all students are expected to undertake courses containing advanced laboratory work in years two and three of the program. In these courses you will be exposed to techniques and practices commonly used in science- and space-based industries. Often such laboratory work is undertaken as group or team exercises and you will be expected to take more than one role in the team at different times to expand your experience and capabilities.

The School of Science also offers some elective courses that provide further learning opportunities in industry.

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Program Structure

To graduate you must complete the following: Note: All courses listed may not be available each semester.
 

You must complete a total of 288 credit points (e.g. Twenty-Four 12 credit point courses) as follows: 

- Year 1: Eight (8) Core courses (96 credit points); and 
- Year 2: Seven (7) Core courses (84 credit points); and 
- Year 3: Four (4) Core courses (60 credit points); and 
- Years 2 to 3: Total of 48 credit points comprising of courses from the Minor lists and/or University Electives

 

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Year One of Program

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Data for a Scientific World 12 ONPS2700 City Campus
The World of Life Sciences 12 ONPS2699 City Campus
Physical Sciences in Action 12 ONPS2701 City Campus
A Calculus Toolbox for Scientists 12 MATH2469 City Campus
Mechanics and Thermodynamics 12 PHYS1046 City Campus
Introduction to Electromagnetism 12 PHYS2189 City Campus
Space Exploration 12 PHYS2182 City Campus
Vectors and Calculus 12 MATH1143 Bundoora Campus
MATH1144 City Campus
 
AND

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Year Two of Program

Complete the following Six (6) Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Materials Physics 12 PHYS2179 City Campus
Rocket Science 12 PHYS2183 City Campus
Satellites and Space Debris 12 GEOM2160 City Campus
Classical & Quantum Mechanics 12 PHYS2178 City Campus
Geodesy and Satellite Navigation Systems 12 GEOM2119 City Campus
Programming Fundamentals for Scientists 12 COSC2676 City Campus
AND
Select and complete One (1) of the following Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence for STEM 12 COSC2960 City Campus
COSC3094 Bundoora Campus
STEM for Sustainable Development 12 ONPS2702 City Campus
ONPS2749 Bundoora Campus
AND
{
Select and complete 12 Credit Points from your chosen Minor listed at the end of the program structure.
OR
Select and complete 12 credit points from any:
University Elective
}
 
AND

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Year Three of Program

Complete the following Four (4) Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Microgravity Science 12 PHYS2184 City Campus
Electrodynamics and Relativity 12 PHYS2181 City Campus
Astrophysics and Cosmology 12 PHYS2067 City Campus
Science Project 24 ONPS2669 City Campus
AND
{
Select and complete 36 Credit Points from your chosen Minor listed at the end of the program structure.
OR
Select and complete 36 credit points from any:
University Elective
}
 
AND

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Minor List

List of Minor(s):
 
AND

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Minor: Geospatial Science

Complete the following Four (4) Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Applied Geospatial Techniques 12 GEOM2083 City Campus
Spatial Information Science Fundamentals 12 GEOM1033 City Campus
Earth Observation Science 12 GEOM2084 City Campus
Spatial Thinking 12 GEOM2166 City Campus
 
AND

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Minor: Spacecraft Technologies

Select and Complete Four (4) of the following Courses:

Course Title

Credit Points

Course Code

Campus

Spaceflight Systems Design 12 AERO2406 Bundoora Campus
AERO2690 City Campus
Space Innovation Laboratory 12 AERO2720 City Campus
Signals, Systems and Space Communications 12 EEET2618 City Campus
Geodesy and Satellite Navigation Systems 12 GEOM2119 City Campus
Avionics and ATM Systems 12 AERO2613 City Campus
 

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Program transition plan

Tranistion Plan for Semester 1, 2024

A minor amendment has been made to your first and second year as detailed in the table below. If you have already completed any of the courses replaced, credit from these course will count towards your completion and you will not be required to enrol in the replacement courses.

Year level

Old Course

Replacement Course

1 Core

MATH2443 A Mathematical Toolbox for Scientist

MATH2469 Calculus Toolbox for Scientists

2 Core

COSC2960 Foundations of AI for STEM

COSC2676 Programming Fundemental for Sci

2 Option

COSC2676 Programming Fundamentals for Sci

BIOL2525 Foundations in Digital Health 

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