The Department of Applied Physics offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in physics:

• Undergraduate Degrees
• Combined Degrees
• Honours
• Postgraduate Degrees

Undergraduate Degrees

The Department of Applied Physics offers a range of undergraduate courses in physics. The courses present options to the students combination and specialisation in physics.

Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics

The development of modern technology and its application in a wide variety of industries has created a demand for scientists who have a confident approach to applied problem solving, a deep understanding of the physical principles underlying systems, who are able to utilise modern equipment for measurement and control and are flexible and adaptable to changing job needs. Applied physics graduates meet this demand and find employment in a wide range of private industries and public authorities. Students have the opportunity to tailor their studies to their individual interests by taking elective subjects or a second major stream of study either in another area of science or in another field of study such as business, communications, international studies, law, mathematics or computing sciences.  UAC Code: 607145

Bachelor of Science

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science can obtain a major in Applied Physics which consists of two physics subjects from each of semesters 3 to 6 plus the required pre-requisite subject Mathematics for the Physical Sciences. Another major for those with an interest in the mathematical and computing aspects of physics is the major in Computational Science.

In first year students enrol in subjects designed to introduce you to many areas of science. After first year you may focus on your specific areas of interest. You must complete a minimum number of science units, but you have the flexibility to develop multidisciplinary skills by choosing physics with another science strand or combining physics with a discipline from another Faculty at UTS. Transfer to the specialist degrees in Science may be subject to performance criteria. You may apply to combine this course with a Diploma in Scientific Practice which includes two semesters of supervised work experience.

Combined Degrees:

Applied Physics focuses on the application of modern scientific techniques and strategic use of physics, and has the aim of advancing technology, increasing our understanding and control of the environment, improving quality in production, and providing solutions to industrial and medical problems. Electrical Engineering is a professionally oriented discipline which prepares students for careers in electrical power, electronic instrumentation and control, and optical and electrical communication. The two disciplines are thus interdependent and have many common elements. The double degree will enable you to pursue a career as a scientist or engineer. As an engineer you will benefit from the emphasis on basic understanding and innovation, 'hands-on' experience with advanced scientific instrumentation and modelling skills that they experience and develop in the applied physics component. As scientists their experience in engineering studies will enable them to appreciate the importance of, and to have skills in, good design, the evaluation and testing of designs from performance, economic, social and environmental viewpoints, and their implementation into products and systems. Graduates will be particularly suited to the modern workplace with its need for multidisciplinary team-oriented projects and for clear communication of ideas through all levels from process worker to senior management.

• Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Engineering UAC Code: 609360
• Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science, Diploma in Engineering Practice UAC Code: 609360
• Diploma of Scientific Practice

The Diploma of Scientific Practice is an optional 1-year component, normally undertaken in the 5th and 6th semesters after you have completed 48 credit points of the degree program. See here for the requirements relevant to Applied Physics students.

DISCLAIMER: It is the responsibility of individual students to find their own positions. We will make every effort to help those students who comply with our requirements (i.e. attend the UTS Careers Service seminars and prepare a suitable resume).  However, we cannot guarantee a successful outcome to these efforts].

Student can also study physics electives in the: Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology  and the Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology Innovation.

Honours

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) Applied Physics can be taken after completing the Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics or an equivalent course with an average grade of at least Credit over the final third of the course.

For more information:

• Projects for 2008
• Recent Graduates

Or please contact:

Dr Michael Braun
Course Director
Michael.Braun@uts.edu.au
Phone: (02) 9514 2202

Postgraduate Research Degrees:

• Master of Science (by research) - Science
• Doctor of Philosophy - Science
• Doctor of Philosophy (by publication)

More information on research strengths and achievements can be found here.