Key information Duration Full-time: 36 months ( 3–4 years ) Part-time: 72 months ( 6–8 years ) Start dates &
application deadlines Starting October 2027 – Apply before Apr 2027 Starting February 2028 – Apply before Apr 2027 Application period: January to April Language English – TOEFL® IBT: 87 Delivered On Campus Campus Location Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Disciplines Astronomy & Space Sciences; STEM Education Overview About the programme Astronomy Education projects at The Open University UK focus on all aspects of teaching and learning across the physical sciences curriculum, including themes of innovative assessment, online/on-screen delivery, remote-access experiments, and supporting students. Programme Structure Current/recent research projects: Exoplanets interactive learning applets: Enhancing and Evaluating a GCSE-level module Assessing the use of robotic telescopes for university-level distance learning Developing practice in online synchronous tuition by peer observation, feedback and reflection Online team investigations in Astronomy and Planetary Science Admission requirements Academic requirements GPA: Upper Second Class English requirements TOEFL® IBT: 87 Other requirements General requirements Entry requirements: Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree in physics or a related subject (or equivalent). If you are not a UK citizen, you may need to prove your knowledge of English. Fees and funding Tuition Fees International (non-residents): 31,170 AUD / year (≈ 16,420 GBP / year) Domestic (citizens or residents): 9,503 AUD / year (≈ 5,006 GBP / year) Living costs – Milton Keynes, United Kingdom 1,610–2,553 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
