310860 v.1 Physics Major (Master of Science)
Introduction
Master of Science (Physics) is an advanced course designed to provide opportunities for both practising professionals and recent graduates to extend their scientific competence in an area of chosen specialisation. Areas of specialisation include physical methods of analysis, atmospheric and marine sciences. Instrumentally oriented units and projects provide the opportunities to develop a high level of analytical and experimental skill.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 125.0 | ||||
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 150.0 | ||||
| 275.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 311700 | v.1 | Science Research Methodologies 551 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 5328 | v.5 | Physics Project 591 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 5329 | v.5 | Physics Project 592 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 7734 | v.5 | Physics Project 594 | 8.0 | 50.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 302733 | v.1 | Applied Physics 502 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302739 | v.2 | Applied Physics 402 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5327 | v.4 | Physics 508 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6565 | v.5 | Physics 502 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7730 | v.4 | Instrumental Physics 502 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
N1 Additional Optional units may be available - consult the Course Coordinator.
N2 Up to 75 credits of preparatory units may be taken in place of electives where required.
N3 Preparatory units are taken when students do not have the required background to complete core or selected optional units within this major. These units should be selected in consultation with the course coordinator.
NB The Physics Major is made up of 125 credits of core units and 150 credits of required options.
