From the kinetic energy of a car to nuclear fusion energy, from nearby stars to distant galaxies, physicists examine matter and energy in all their forms.

 

This course focuses on how to address real-world problems through observation, measurement and theoretical analysis. You’ll learn the core concepts of physics and gain experience using complex technical equipment.

 

You can specialise in one of four areas:

Applied Physics

In this specialisation, you will study matter and energy in the Earth’s natural and managed environments: the atmosphere, oceans, rivers, land, soils and living organisms.

 

You’ll study contemporary topics such as the development of energy-saving ‘green’ materials and the disposal of radioactive wastes. During field excursions, you'll learn how to deploy instruments and undertake field and satellite data analysis.