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Murdoch University

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Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Physics and Nanotechnology

  • Bachelor

If you're fascinated by movement, energy and the physical world, delve into the world of physics and set yourself up to solve problems across a range of industries.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
B1317, B1317A, 002977D
Study Mode
In person

About this course

If you're fascinated by movement, energy and the physical world, delve into the world of physics and set yourself up to solve problems across a range of industries.

Learn about mechanics and waves, quantum theory, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, the physics of materials and applications of nanotechnology. This knowledge will allow you to solve problems across industries, from applying physics to human movement and medicine, to improving defence capabilities, to understanding nanostructures that can improve the materials we use.

You'll develop advanced skills in applied mathematics and chemistry, and a range of problem-solving and analytical skills that are in high demand with employers.

Study locations

Perth

External

What you will learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you'll learn:

  • experimental physics and nanotechnology
  • electromagnetism
  • physics of materials
  • energy, mass and flow
  • applications of nanotechnology.

Career pathways

Pursue a career in a wide variety of fields in areas such as pure research, research and development, education, strategy, quantitative analysis, quality control, health and medical physics, environmental monitoring, meteorology and astronomy.

Careers could include:

  • Biostatistician
  • Quantitative Modeller
  • Meteorologist
  • Financial Analyst/Actuary
  • Statistician or Mathematician.

You could work in a range of industries including universities, government institutions and private companies.