The course provides an overview of galaxies from the emergence of the first galaxies and their halos, the evolution of galaxies over cosmic time, and the local Universe. The course goes deeper into the properties of disk and elliptical galaxies, including the Milky Way, large scale structure, multiphase components of galaxies, and the baryon cycle. Recent results from observations and simulations are integrated into established analytic models of galaxy formation and evolution. Lectorials introduce the basic tools for studying galaxy data and simulations as well as scientific writing and communication.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of the field of galaxy evolution from the first galaxies to the local Universe.
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of the field of galaxy evolution from the first galaxies to the local Universe.
- Understand how to identify, read, present, and critically analyse relevant astrophysical literature.
- Compose scientific writing and oral communication that synthesises and interprets complex ideas clearly.
Indicative Assessment
- 5 x assignments (60) [LO 1,3,4]
- In-class formulation of research questions (10) [LO 1,2,4]
- Final exam (30) [LO 1,2,3,4]
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Workload
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including:
- Face-to face component which may consist of 5 hours of lectures and tutorials per week
- Approximately 70 hours of self-study which will include reading literature and preparing homework assignments.
Inherent Requirements
To be determined
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
Galaxy Formation and Evolution, Mo, van den Bosch, White, Cambridge University Press, 2010
Galactic Dynamics, Binney, J. and Tremaine, S, Princeton 2008 (2nd e
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $4440 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $6360 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3577 | 19 Feb 2024 | 26 Feb 2024 | 05 Apr 2024 | 24 May 2024 | In Person | View |