Physics and Astronomy
Major in Photonics
Photonics, the use and application of light, is the basis for products such as DVDs, digital cameras and flat-panel displays, laser scanners, biomedical instrumentation and communication systems. Photonics is intrinsic to many technologies for medicine, environmental monitoring, advanced computers, machine vision and manufacturing.
The Bachelor of Science Major in Photonics combines the studies of physics, optics, materials science and electronics in a professionally oriented degree, incorporating nanophotonics, biophotonics, and technologies such as lasers, optical fibres and communications. You will develop industry relevant skills including technical writing and communications skills, technology management, and practical skills using modern instrumentation. Placement in a local technology company in your final semester, in an industry based project, enhances your employment opportunities.
Career Options
There is a strong Australian tradition in photonics and optical fibre technology. Our highly qualified graduates are eagerly sought by employers. There is an ongoing demand for applied physicists including specialists in the fields of photonics, optics and lasers in industries such as telecommunications, optical components, biomedical imaging, sensing and defence.
- Engineering
- Management, education and training
- Postgraduate study
- Science research support
- Technical sales support
Program of Study
The degree requires full time study over 3 years. The first year lays the foundations in Physics and Mathematics for an understanding of Photonics. Students may take other units in Engineering, Chemistry and Computing.
The second year introduces Photonics including optical communication systems, and continues studies of Physics including Optics, Waves and Electromagnetism as well as Mathematics. Additional units might be taken in Physics, Astronomy, Engineering or Computing.
The third year trains you in Photonic Devices and Systems including Lasers, Microscopy, Biophotonics and Nanophotonics as well as further Physics including Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetism and Optics.
You will complete an industry project gaining valuable experience applying your knowledge to a real world problem. Additional units include Physics, Astronomy, Technology Management, Engineering or Computing.
For more details
- Browse the University Courses page and investigate the units that make up the Photonics major
- Review our Recommended degree program with suggestions for additional units
- Look at the Current unit web pages and the unit outlines to review their content in more detail
- Read the degree Entry requirements
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