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Overview
Important
As of 2013, this course will only be available for continuing Bachelor of Applied Science students and those students who are commencing with advanced standing of 96 credit points of first year units. New students should refer to ST01 Bachelor of Science. Please contact sef.enquiry@qut.edu.au for any enquiries.
- Specialise in mechanics, optics, atomic physics, electronics, instrumentation, radiation physics, thermodynamics, solid-state physics, quantum physics, condensed matter, and advanced electromagnetism.
- Choose complementary studies in astrophysics, mathematics, geoscience, games technology or music.
- Implement your theoretical knowledge and build research experience in laboratories.
- Apply for a Vacation Research Experience Scholarship to gain experience working on a current research project.
- Prepare yourself for a career in research and development with large manufacturing companies, mining and exploration companies, research institutions, government bodies, schools, universities and hospitals.
- Graduate eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics.
| QTAC course code | 418011 |
| QUT course code | SC01 |
| Attendance | Full-time |
| Course duration | 3 years full-time |
| Start month |
2013
February, July
Note: Conditions apply for July entry |
| Delivery | |
| Faculty |
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| Course contact | Enquire |
| CRICOS code | 003502J |
Details
Units
Year 1
You will be introduced to a broad range of physics topics including mechanics, electricity, optics, waves, electromagnetism and atomic physics. Mathematics units will provide you with the skills and background knowledge required to support more advanced study in second and third years. You may choose to undertake a foundation unit in one of the other scientific disciplines to broaden your knowledge. You also have the flexibility to select two elective units to add another dimension to your science knowledge.
Year 2
You will begin to study specialist areas of physics at advanced level. Topics include electronics, instrumentation, radiation physics, thermodynamics and solid-state physics. Study of a secondary area of specialisation (second major) also begins. Second majors offered to physics students include astrophysics, mathematics, geoscience, games technology and music.
Year 3
You will proceed to further specialist areas including quantum physics, condensed matter physics, statistical mechanics and advanced electromagnetism. Your studies in experimental physics will help you develop data collection and data processing skills, and allow you to experience the methods used and to acquire the skills required to undertake research.
Entry requirements
Minimum academic requirements
Still not sure if you meet the entry requirements? Contact us.
Don't meet the academic requirements? We can help!
We offer pathway courses to help you meet the academic requirements for this course.
- Accelerated Foundation
- Standard Foundation
- Extended Foundation
- University Certificate in Tertiary Preparation
When you apply for this course, we'll recommend which pathway course you should enrol in.
Did you complete secondary school in Australia?
Guide to entry cut-offs
Rank 72
Subject pre-requisites
- Maths B
- English
You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies (English (4, SA) and Maths B (4, SA)).
Minimum English language requirements
Students must meet the English proficiency requirements.
| IELTS (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| speaking | 6.0 |
| writing | 6.0 |
| reading | 6.0 |
| listening | 6.0 |
| overall | 6.5 |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | |
|---|---|
| speaking | 20.0 |
| writing | 20.0 |
| reading | 20.0 |
| listening | 20.0 |
| overall | 90.0 |
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We offer courses to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we'll recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Haven't completed an English language test? We can help!
You can complete an IELTS test at our Kelvin Grove campus.
Additional entry requirements
Recommended Study
Maths C
Course fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.
You can also apply for a Vacation Research Experience Scholarship to gain experience working on a research project. Many of the lecturers at QUT have worked in industry and QUT works closely with industry through consultancy and research projects, so you can be sure that the course will be up to date and relevant to the real world.
2013: $12,900 (indicative) per Semester (subject to annual review)
Scholarships and financial support
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
Apply
How to apply for Bachelor of Applied Science (Physics)
You're ready to apply if you have:
- Found all the courses you want to apply for. You can apply for up to 3
- Checked important dates
- Semester 1
201318 January Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 3, 4 and 5 applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available.8 February Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 1 and 2 applicants and onshore applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available. - Semester 2
20137 June Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 3, 4 and 5 applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available.5 July Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 1 and 2 applicants and onshore applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available. - Checked you meet the entry requirements
- Checked costs and scholarships
- Checked if you're eligible for credit for prior learning
- Gathered supporting documents
All done? Then you're ready to apply.
