Bachelor of Science Major in Physics

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

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Bachelors Degrees

Qualification

3 Years

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$30710

Fee

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This major gives you access to the frontiers of modern physics via a focus on mathematical skills. These skills are required to access modern physics, including the key pillars of relativity and quantum physics, with applications to atomic, nuclear and particle physics, condensed matter physics, photonics and astrophysics. The knowledge generated through the study of physics is the driving force behind most new technologies, from radars to lasers, transistors to quantum computers and electron microscopes to advanced medical imaging scanners. To complement your lectures, you'll have the chance to discuss, apply and expand on the theory of your unit in weekly practical laboratory classes and structured tutorials. Career Pathways The Physics major opens doors to many career choices. As a Physics graduate, your strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities will be in demand from employers in industry, government and the business and finance sectors. Your discipline-specific skills are particularly valued in teaching, research and high-tech industries. Graduates with a strong mathematics and physics background have opportunities in the resources sector modelling big data sets. Further studies will lead to careers in research or academia. Further Study Students with a Physics major can pursue further studies in honours, including the specialisation Geophysics or at postgraduate level. Further study options include the Master of Physics – Astronomy and Astrophysics, Computational Physics, Experimental Physics, Medical Physics and Theoretical Physics.

For international students

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

3 Years - Full time

Fee

A$46,600.00 (US$ 30,710) per yearPlease check with institution*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

Crawley Campus, 35 Stirling Highway, CRAWLEY, Western Australia, 6009, PERTH, Australia

3 Years - Full time

Fee

A$46,600.00 (US$ 30,710) per year

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

UWA Albany Centre, 35 Stirling Terrace, ALBANY, Western Australia, 6330, ALBANY, Australia

Gravity Discovery Center Foundation John and Robin de Laeter Teriary Science Engagement Scholarship

Value of scholarship

A$5,000.00 (US$ 3,595) total value

How to applay

For further details, please contact the university website.

Requierments

The Gravity Discovery Centre (GDC) has established this scholarship to recognize the huge contribution to science education in Western Australia made by Professor John de Laeter and his wife Robin. The scholarship is designed to enable tertiary students to collaborate with scientists, educators and technicians through the auspices of the GDC. The successful applicant will design and construct an exhibit/display/multimedia production that will be permanently located at the Gravity Discovery Centre. The main purpose of the project should be to motivate and communicate science to visitors.

Who can applay

All international

Ted Maslen Scholarship F51428

Value of scholarship

A$2,500.00 (US$ 1,797) total value

How to applay

For further information, please contact the university website.

Requierments

To be eligible to apply for the scholarship, an applicant must— (a) have completed the majority of their secondary education, including Year 12, at a regional or remote1 Western Australian secondary school; (b) in the year prior to admission into the University, have completed Year 12; and (c) have applied for admission into, or received an offer of a place in, the course for the degree of Bachelor of Science. To encourage a student from a regional and remote area of Western Australia to commence a Bachelor of Science at the University.

About

The University of Western Australia (UWA) has its main campus in Perth. It is in the top 1% of universities in the world, and is regarded as one of the nation's leading research institutions. Past graduates include former Australian Prime Minister the Honourable Bob Hawke AC, and Oscar-winning artist Shaun Tan.
The university was given a five-star rating by the Good Universities Guide 2018 for its low student-to-teacher ratio, which means all students get plenty of dedicated support while learning. The courses also offer many opportunities to undertake work experience through UWA’s strong industry partnerships.
The main Perth campus is near to the city centre and the beach. Students have everything they need on site – UWA’s Guild Village is a mini community with everything from a hairdresser and travel agent to a dentist, second hand bookshop and a supermarket. Sports facilities include a swimming pool, tennis courts and a gym.
The University has a dedicated CareerHub where students can get information on employment, careers events and workshops. They can also book an advisor for one-to-one advice on everything from perfecting their CV to choosing a career path. Other services on offer include disability support, information on finances, a confidential counsellor and an international centre.
UWA's Student Guild runs more than 140 clubs and societies, ranging from sports teams to drama club. There is also a large number of social events for students to get involved in throughout the year, including trips away, festivals, food fairs and Pride Week.

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