PHYC30025 Astronomy and Society in the Space Age

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

• No final exam: all coursework
• About 3 class hours a week

Is PHYC30025 hard?

PHYC30025: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. Makes it harder: 1 other hurdle task. The easier and harder points roughly balance out. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

The social and ethical questions raised by astronomy and space exploration, with a focus on Indigenous issues and dark skies.

After it you can

• Discuss social issues in astronomy research
• Explain Indigenous views on the sky and space
• Assess ethics and policy of space activity

What you need first

50 points of level 2

Careers

Helps toward: Meteorologist

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 40%, Projects 40%, Assignments 20%

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Quick answers

When is PHYC30025 offered?

Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

What do I need before taking PHYC30025?

Needs 50 points of level 2.

Does PHYC30025 have a final exam?

No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 40%, Projects 40%, Assignments 20%.

How many class hours a week does PHYC30025 have?

3 h a week in class

Can I take PHYC30025 as breadth?

Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.

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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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