Diploma in Astronomy and Astrophysics at WIT

Astronomy and Astrophysics Study astronomical data and understand how the universe works.

Astronomers view the entire electromagnetic spectrum – called “Multi-Frequency Astronomy” – through optical telescopes, radio telescopes, microwaves, gamma-rays, and X-rays.

Entry Requirements

You should be at least 17 years of age in January of the year of entry.

You must have a Secondary/High School Diploma, with good grades in English and Mathematics and at least 4 other subjects, on average + 60%.

Some courses have special entry requirements, which you should check under the course details.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first or native language then you will need to complete an English Language exam, for example, an IELTS or TOEFL exam, in order to be considered for admission to a course in WIT.

What jobs can you get if you study astrophysics?

Research Scientist.

Data Scientist.

Research Internship.

Physicist.

Research Assistant.

Data Analyst.

Geologist.

Aerospace Engineer.

Astronomy and Astrophysics Salary in South Africa

The average pay for an Astronomer is ZAR 1,120,104 a year and ZAR 539 an hour in Pretoria, South Africa.

The average salary range for an Astronomer is between ZAR 781,532 and ZAR 1,406,758. On average, a Doctorate Degree is the highest level of education for an Astronomer.