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Why study physics at QUT?

Our graduates are prepared for careers developing solutions to challenges facing our world in areas including:

  • climate change prediction
  • solar and renewable energy systems
  • environmental monitoring
  • quantum computers
  • nanotechnology
  • lasers and photonics
  • astronomy and astrophysics
  • advances in information technology, medicine and biotechnology.

Our lecturers work closely with industry through consultancy and research projects, to ensure our courses are up to date and relevant to the real world.

You will develop analytic skills, including mathematical skills, in both experimental and theoretical physics.

Our courses have a strong applied emphasis, so you'll spend significant amounts of time in laboratories.

From 2012, students will study in our new $230 million Science and Engineering Centre and Community Hub which integrates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines in a world leading model.

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  • Level 3, O Podium
    Gardens Point
    2 George St
    Brisbane QLD
  • Postal address:
    QUT Science and Engineering Faculty
    GPO Box 2434
    Brisbane QLD 4001