Bachelor of Science - Physics

3 years: Duration

46,300 AUD/year: Price

Rolling admission: Start

Rolling admission: Deadline

Bachelor: Degree

Campus: Format

Perth / Australia: Location

The University of Western Australia: School

Program description

From the Big Bang and its ultimate destiny to the behavior of matter on the subatomic scale and beyond, physics investigates the universe and our place in it at the most basic level. The main goal of majoring in physics is to provide you the mathematical tools you need to explore the cutting edge of modern physics. Radars, lasers, transistors, quantum computers, electron microscopes, and sophisticated medical imaging scanners are all products of the information derived from the study of physics. Weekly practical laboratory classes and structured tutorials will supplement your lecture notes by providing opportunities to debate, apply, and build upon the unit's theoretical concepts.

Program structure

Level 1

Core (take all units — 30 points):

CITS1401 Computational Thinking with Python (6)
MATH1011 Multivariable Calculus (6)
MATH1012 Mathematical Theory and Methods (6)
PHYS1001 Physics for Scientists and Engineers (6)
PHYS1002 Modern Physics (6)

Bridging

If required, students are advised to take bridging units in their first year of study. Students without Mathematics Specialist ATAR or equivalent or higher take MATH1722. Students without ATAR Physics or equivalent or higher take PHYS1030.

MATH1722 Mathematics Foundations: Specialist (6)
PHYS1030 Physics Bridging Unit (6)

Level 2

Core (take all units — 18 points):

MATH2501 Advanced Mathematical Methods (6)
PHYS2001 Quantum Physics and Electromagnetism (6)
PHYS2002 Many Particle Systems (6)

Level 3

Core (take all units — 18 points):

PHYS3001 Quantum Mechanics (6)
PHYS3002 Electrodynamics and Relativity (6)
PHYS3011 Mathematical Physics (6)

Option (take unit(s) to the value of 6 points):

PHYS3003 Astrophysics and Space Science (6)
PHYS3005 Quantum Computation (6)
PHYS3006 Atomic and Nuclear Physics (6)
PHYS3012 Topics in Contemporary Physics (6)

Price

Tuition fee — 46,300 AUD per year.

A standard full time enrolment of 48 points per year equals 1 EFTSL (1 EFTSL is the Equivalent Full Time Study Load). If you enrol in more or less than 48 credit points per year, your yearly annual fee may be different. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase, as outlined in the UWA Acceptance Contract.

Requirements for applicants

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have

achieved an ATAR of at least 75, or equivalent as recognised by UWA or
an assured pathway offer or
achieved a score of at least 100 in UWA's experienced based entry assessment or
a place in a relevant UWA access program.

Mathematics requirement

This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.

WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Specialist ATAR, Mathematics Methods ATAR and Physics ATAR

English competency

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.

About the university

With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.

In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.

Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.

As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.

Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.