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Physics (Bachelor of Science major)Physics is the enabling science behind many modern technologies and devices that influence our daily lives. With a profound knowledge and understanding of the fundamental laws of nature, those who have a major in physics will be empowered to transfer their skills to any technical vocation or further study. In First and Second year students explore in depth the broad spectrum of known phenomena in classical and modern science, white in Third Year there is scope to specialise. The degree structure allows for interdisciplinary studies, so that physics can be combined with other branches of science such as mathematics, chemistry, earth sciences or biology Students gain experience in using a wide range of modern instrumentation, and develop technical and critical thinking skills. During Honours, an additional year that many students choose to take after completion of their BSc, students focus on a particular aspect of physics through specialised courses and a research project. Once they complete their BSc degree, graduates will have a versatile background in fundamental science that will position them to access a wide number of career options in areas such as optics and photonics, telecommunications, micro and nanoelectronics, instrumentation development, acoustics, geophysics, meteorology, teaching and finance, as well as research and development laboratories such as DSTO and CSIRO. For those interested in pursuing a career in research, a BSc(Hons) degree in Physics can lead to a PhD in areas as diverse as theoretical development in quantum, statistical and process physics; as well as experimental areas such as solid state and surface physics and atomic and molecular physics.Check the Faculty pages regarding the Bachelor of Science and the Physics Major for updates, prerequisites and regulations. Detailed information on the structure of the major is documented in the Course Information Handbook for course details. The co-ordinator for this major is Jamie Quinton. |
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