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University of Wollongong (UOW)

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Physics

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Physics is a fundamental science and the foundation of engineering and other applied sciences.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Course Code
1815, 031275E
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Physics is a fundamental science and the foundation of engineering and other applied sciences. Physics is also utilised in an enormous variety of other disciplines ranging from climate studies to financial systems. Physicists have a very solid knowledge of the physical universe and apply this knowledge to initiate new and innovative ideas to further human development. They also solve complex problems and develop models to better understand and predict the behaviour of intricate systems.

This degree

If you who have fulfilled the requirements of a Bachelor Science (Physics) and achieved the required academic standard, you may undertake the Bachelor of Science (Physics) Honours involving a further year of research training in the discipline. The UOW Honours website provides lots of useful information regarding research opportunities, scholarships and application procedures.

What you will study

The Honours degree provides you with the first real opportunity to undertake research on a topic of your interest. The Honours year is particularly important as it represents a gateway to future research opportunities, both in the form of higher research degrees and as a career in research, or to other vocations that require advanced analytical and research skills.

Entry requirements

Students may apply to enrol in an Honours degree after meeting the requirements of a 144-credit point Bachelor of Science degree, which includes PHYS305, PHYS325, PHYS375, PHYS385, PHYS396 and PHYS335 o

Study locations

Wollongong

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Wollongong (UOW).
81.9%
Overall satisfaction
90%
Skill scale
67.9%
Teaching scale
57.9%
Employed full-time
$59.2k
Average salary