Major overview
Those who study physics are fascinated by fundamental questions about the origin, nature and function of our Universe. Physics seeks to explain relationships involving the smallest and the largest structures, utilising the four known forces: strong, weak, electromagnetic and gravitational.
This is a Bachelor of Advanced Science honours course, designed for high-performing students to deepen their expertise in physics with research, leadership and entrepreneurship skills.
In this course, you can gain considerable expertise conducting physics experiments and solving real-world problems with mathematical and computational skills that have application in a diverse range of careers and innovative projects. In fact, the advanced level mathematics and computer science in this course aligns it with high-profile international projects such as the Square Kilometre Array.
How to study this major
A major is a set of eight or more units you complete as part of a degree, including at least two in your final year. To study this major, you’ll need to apply for one of the degrees listed below.
Career outcomes
Careers
- Computational physicist
- Astrophysicist
- Medical physicist
- Environmental physicist
- Finance analyst
- Materials analyst
- Meteorologist
- Satellite remote-sensing scientist
- Data analyst
- Financial analyst
Industries
- Astronomy
- Space science
- Satellite technology
- Defence
- Minerals and energy
- Software development
- Manufacturing
Professional accreditation and recognition
This course is accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP) and graduates are eligible for AIP professional membership. The course is also endorsed by the Naval Shipbuilding College.
Major structure
What you’ll learn
The course offers a flexible learning approach that enables you to undertake for-credit immersive research experiences, industry placement and/or interdisciplinary team-based projects. It provides opportunities for you to source internships that can be used for course credit.
Your final-year capstone experience offers you the opportunity to pursue physics projects that may be based anywhere from pure research right through to translational (entrepreneurial) science.
How this course will make you industry ready
Through embedded research and industry engagement, you'll have the opportunity to investigate multiple areas of specialisation and tailor a final-year experience that prepares you for the career of your choice.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to apply
This major is part of a degree. To apply, choose the degree you want to study and review its entry requirements. Then, prepare any required documents and submit your application before the deadline for your chosen intake.
After you receive and accept your offer, you can enrol in this degree either at the start of your degree or later in your studies, depending on your course structure.
Choose your degree
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