Physics and Astronomy
Major in Physics
Physics is fundamental to all the natural sciences and plays a central role in the development of new technologies. You will explore basic questions about the intrinsic laws of the universe and learn how physics is applied to interdisciplinary fields and to practical use.
Physics challenges students to explore the underlying principles of all physical phenomena as well as to develop problem solving skills, good laboratory techniques and skills in numerical analysis, technical writing and oral communication. Physics at Macquarie University employs high quality and innovative approaches to teaching, underpinned by excellent research and strong links and collaborations with other organisations and industry.
Career Options
Graduates with a Physics degree have a higher rate of employment than the national average, use their technical skills and knowledge, and enjoy their jobs. Honours and postgraduate study in Physics further enhances employment options in a world-wide market. Some career options for Physics graduates include:
- Consulting
- Industrial management or research development
- Medical Physics
- Patent assistant/examiner
- Physics and Mathematics teacher
- Scientific research and high-tech industry
Program of Study
The degree requires full-time study over 3 years, and will give you a highly-respected qualification accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics. The first year of the program lays the foundations in Physics and Mathematics. Most students take other units in Photonics, Astronomy/Astrophysics, Engineering, Chemistry, Computing or Biology.
The second year of the program continues studies of Physics in Waves and Electromagnetism and Photonics as well as Mathematics. In addition you can enrol in units in areas such as Photonics, Astronomy, Engineering or Computing.
In the third year of the program, you will learn about advanced topics in Physics, including Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Solid State Physics, Atomic Physics, General Relativity, Cosmology and Photonics. Additional units could include Astronomy, Engineering or Computing.
For more details
- Browse the University Courses page and investigate the units that make up the Physics 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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