PHYS2086 Astronomy and Black Holes (RMIT University): rated 2.3/5 overall across 4 reviews collected on RMIT Wall.
PHYS2086 is a RMIT University course taught by the STEM College in Science. This page brings together its handbook details and what RMIT students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 天文学与黑洞
Type: Undergraduate course
Credit points: 12
Subject area: Science
Faculty: STEM College
Level: Undergraduate
Handbook year: 2026
This course is a student elective for all programs at RMIT University. It provides an introduction to some of the key concepts in astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology.
PHYS2086 has 4 scored reviews: overall 2.3/5 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 4 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 2.3/5).
On Reddit: "I did the subject because people told me it was an easy elective to do and I have a passion for space. It was very interesting and engaging but it’s very difficult and involves a lot of maths and physics. If you’re looking for an easy subject do internet for business, very easy …"
On Reddit: "I've done Astronomy and Black Holes - stay away. It's a waste of time and money. I remember in the last lecture the guy made us watch an episode of Battlestar Galactica. Screw that, you're paying $2K or more to watch TV in class??"
The course panel on RMIT Wall shows every review and discussion in full.
Q: Is PHYS2086 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 4 reviews: overall 2.3/5.
Q: Which faculty teaches PHYS2086, and when is it offered?
A: PHYS2086 is taught by the STEM College. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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