C10192v3 Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics provides a firm foundation in the study of science, with an in-depth study in applied physics. It aims to produce professional physicists with highly adaptable and practical scientific skills, accompanied by a thorough grounding in theory.

Students learn how applied research becomes new technology through hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment and techniques, electron microscopy, X-ray and thin film techniques and computer modelling.

Career options

Career options include positions in medical physics, working with cutting-edge technology, in the communications industry, designing optical and electronic equipment, in alternative energy programs and with dynamic, new companies exploiting advances in nanotechnology to develop sensors for detecting trace amounts of chemical and biological materials.

Additional assumed knowledge

Mathematics and Physics.

Course duration and attendance

This course can be completed over three years full time, six years part time, or four years full time with successful completion of the Diploma in Scientific Practice (not available to international students). Other patterns of attendance may also be permitted.

Full-time attendance involves approximately 24 hours each week at the University. Part-time attendance involves approximately 12 hours each week at the University.

Course structure

The course comprises 144 credit points of study and consists of six academic stages.

Industrial training/professional practice

Course completion requirements

Course program

The course commences in Autumn semester. The example program shown assumes full-time attendance.

Honours

Professional recognition

Australian Institute of Physics

Other information

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