Bachelor of Science (Atmospheric Science)
Bachelor of Science (Atmospheric Science)
Course summary Progress in atmospheric science relies heavily on the analysis of data produced by satellite-borne and other types of instruments designed by physicists. Atmospheric scientists need a broad scientific basis as well as experience in computing. With the growing field of climate science and increasing demand for tools and…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Course summary
Progress in atmospheric science relies heavily on the analysis of data produced by satellite-borne and other types of instruments designed by physicists. Atmospheric scientists need a broad scientific basis as well as experience in computing. With the growing field of climate science and increasing demand for tools and instruments to predict and monitor the environment, atmospheric scientists use their broad range of skills to contribute toward innovations in design and prototyping of instruments, and the analysis and interpretation of data.
With the growing field of climate science and increasing demand for tools and instruments to predict and monitor the environment, atmospheric scientists use their broad range of skills to contribute toward innovations in design and prototyping of instruments, and the analysis and interpretation of data.
In the Bachelor of Science (Atmospheric Science) you will complete subjects in physics, mathematics, chemistry, earth and environmental science and statistics. You will also study specialist subjects in remote sensing and the physics of atmospheric processes.
All subjects include a major practical component to complement and reinforce what you learn in lectures, and ensure you gain hands-on skills that prepare you for real-world activities in your future careers. You will learn from academics that are internationally recognised in many fields of physics research including medical radiation physics, solid state physics, photonics and education.
Employment areas include atmospheric scientist, academic roles in tertiary education, R&D industry scientist (software and hardware), meteorologist, science teacher, scientist and researcher, patent examiner, management and logistics roles, and data analyst.
Accreditation & professional recognition: The Bachelor of Science degree conforms to the requirements for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics.
Career opportunities: University Academic/Research Staff; R&D Industry Scientist; Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist; Diagnostic Imaging Medical Physicist; Science/ Physics/ Math/Technology High School Teacher; Defence Scientist; Patent Examiner; Experimental Scientist; Astrophysicist; Radiation Protection Officer; Atmospheric Scientist; Product Manager; Biomolecular Physicist; Beam Telecommunication Engineers; Materials Scientist; Computer Scientist; IT Consultant; Analyst; Professor; Executive Director; Chief Operating Officer
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a leading Australian university with an international reputation for academic excellence. It is consistently ranked among the top Australian universities for the quality of its teaching and research. The University offers a wide range of degree programs across all levels of study – undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and research: Engineering and IT, Health Sciences and Medicine; Business and Commerce Applied and Natural Sciences; Arts, Communications and Creative Arts; Law and Education.
