Bachelor of Science (Frontier Physics) and Master of Physics
Bachelor of Science (Frontier Physics) and Master of Physics
This Combined Bachelor and Master (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 96 or above. Over the first three years you’ll complete a major in Frontier Physics, and four units from the Master of Physics, including research training. The frontier of contemporary physics is built…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This Combined Bachelor and Master (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 96 or above. Over the first three years you’ll complete a major in Frontier Physics, and four units from the Master of Physics, including research training.
The frontier of contemporary physics is built on a broad base of deep theoretical ideas that have been verified with astonishing precision by the most intricate and challenging experiments known to mankind.
You’ll learn
a thorough grounding in the fundamental theories and conceptual framework of contemporary and frontier physics, allowing a broad and fundamental understanding of the universe at its smallest and largest scales
the ability to identify research areas and problems at frontiers of physics
how to experimentally test concepts in advanced and frontier physics using state-of-the-art techniques and instrumentation
to utilise appropriate mathematical expression and communication of physical concepts
to investigate physical and theoretical problems using computational techniques
the ability to undertake and complete a substantial research project in physics, and to communicate the outcomes both orally and in writing
Course structure
In your first three years, you will complete the Bachelor of Science (Frontier Physics) and a semester of postgraduate study. You will then complete your selected specialisation in the Master of Physics.
Why Study Frontier Physics and Master of Physics
Study at the frontiers of discovery in physics, including advanced theories of General Relativity and Quantum Field Theory, gaining advanced knowledge and research skills
Work with world-leading researchers and award winning lecturers in dark matter discovery, gravitational wave detection, quantum information and computing, quantum technology such as spintronics, quantum gravity and field theory, radio and optical astronomy.
Gain both Bachelor and Masters degrees in four years, fast-tracking your journey to postgraduate research or a professional career in physics
Be part of a community of like-minded high-achieving students, where you can share knowledge and make lifelong friendships and connections
Career Pathways
Upon graduation you can pursue a number of careers in the field of physics and beyond:
> Physicist
> Astronomer
> Academic Researcher
> Defence Scientist
> Computational Scientist
> Technical Specialist
> High School Physics Teacher
> Lab Technician
> Software Developer
> Metallurgist
> Meteorologist
> Science Journalist
> Patent Attorney
> Geophysical Data Analyst
REQUIREMENTS
Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete an international academic qualification equivalent to Australian High School (or equivalent).
English language requirements:
IELTS (academic): Overall minimum score of 6.5, no band lower than 6.0
TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): an overall score of 82 or above with a minimum score of 22 in writing, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 20 in listening
Pearsons Test of English (PTE) (academic): An overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 59 in the speaking and writing sections, and no less than 54 in the other sections
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a proud member of the Group of Eight and is the only university in Western Australia to be ranked in the world top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2023).UWA’s main campus is located in Perth, Western Australia and is home to more than 23,000 students. Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city with over two million people from a variety of cultures worldwide, a strong economy and vibrant lifestyle. Perth is one of the country’s most affordable cities, the closest major Australian city to Asia, and in the same time zone as most of Asia.
