313945 v.1 Physics Double Degree Major (S&E)
Introduction
This Physics Double Degree Major will interest students who are fascinated by fundamental questions about the physical structure and functions of the universe, what it consists of and how it works. Physics attempts to answer questions about things such as the intricate structure of matter and the nature of radiation and how they interact with each other. It also seeks to explain relationships between the smallest and largest structures, between forces, and energy in the Universe. Students will gain a large number of practical skills such as planning and conducting physical science experiments, real world computation and quantitative problem solving, and scientific communication, which find application in a wide range of careers.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Level 3A/3B in Physics and Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics:Specialist 3C/3D.
Professional Recognition
Graduates of this course may be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 302804 | v.3 | Physics 101 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 7062 | v.6 | Mathematics 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 10926 | v.5 | Mathematics 103 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 305415 | v.3 | Physics 102 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 7492 | v.5 | Mathematics 104 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 310984 | v.2 | Scientific Computing 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8127 | v.6 | Advanced Calculus 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8142 | v.4 | Physics 201 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 302390 | v.1 | Mathematical Methods 204 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 312508 | v.1 | Waves and Oscillations 202 | 6.0 | 12.5 | |
| 8462 | v.4 | Scientific Data Acquisition 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8717 | v.6 | Electromagnetism 302 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 9765 | v.4 | Quantum and Statistical Physics 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 11592 | v.3 | Solid State Physics 302 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307590 | v.2 | Statistical Data Analysis 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 12.5 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| 12991 | v.2 | Physics Project 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311828 | v.1 | Scientific Computing 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| 312509 | v.1 | Physics 302 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10848 | v.2 | Management 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12992 | v.3 | Physics Project 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305424 | v.1 | Electron Microscopy 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307554 | v.1 * | Science Communications 101 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 310266 | v.2 | Physics of Stars and Galaxies 201 | 3.5 | 25.0 | |
| 310267 | v.2 | Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311695 | v.1 | Observational Techniques in Astronomy 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311829 | v.1 | Scientific Data Analysis 301 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7911 | v.7 | Applied Optics 302 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 8132 | v.4 | Physics 205 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 9644 | v.4 | Scientific Data Analysis 302 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9809 | v.5 | Applied Physics 301 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 9809 | v.5 | Applied Physics 301 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
* BSc/BComm students must do this unit.
