| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-03-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Physics
Physics examines the world around us at the most fundamental level, from the origin and fate of the universe to the behaviour of matter on sub-atomic length scales and everything in between.
Course Details
- Status: Available
- Locations: Perth (Crawley campus)
- Attendance: Full-time, Part-time
- Delivery: On-campus
- Starting dates: Semester 1, Semester 2
- Weekly contact time: 16-25 hours' teaching time, plus your own study time
- Level of study: Undergraduate
- Course Code: MJD-PHYSC
- Full time/part time duration: 3 years (BSc), 4 years (BSc [Hons]), 4 years (BPhil[Hons])
- Honours Available: Yes
- Degrees course is available in: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Careers and Further Study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
The Physics major opens doors to many career choices. As a Physics graduate, your strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities will be in demand from employers in industry, government and the business and finance sectors. Your discipline-specific skills are particularly valued in teaching, research and high-tech industries. Graduates with a strong mathematics and physics background have opportunities in the resources sector modelling big data sets. Further studies will lead to careers in research or academia.
Further Study
Students with a Physics major can pursue further studies in honours or at postgraduate level. Further study options include the Master of Physics – Astronomy and Astrophysics, Computational Physics, Experimental Physics, Medical Physics and Theoretical Physics.
Fees and Scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required.
International Student Fees
Annual course fee: $46,300.00 (2025)
Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load. Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Admission Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
- All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 9
- Canadian High School (except Quebec): 68
- French Baccalaureate: 10
- Gao Kao (PR China NCEE)/750: 507
- GCE A-Levels: 8
- German Abitur: 3.6
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: 14
- Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE): 45
- Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65: 75.5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 24
- Malaysian STPM: 10
- Monash University Foundation Year: 254
- NCUK Foundation Program: 8
- Norwegian Vitnemål: 3.5
- Singapore - Cambridge A Levels: 6.5
- South African National Senior Certificate: 4
- South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT): 324
- Sweden Slutbetyg: 14.5
- Trinity College Foundation: 280
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): 14
- University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program: 61
- US College Board Advanced Placements: 7
- US College Board SAT: 1130
- Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP): 56
- Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards: 75
Mathematics Requirement
This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.
WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Specialist ATAR, Mathematics Methods ATAR and Physics ATAR
English Competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
How to Apply
The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.
Domestic Pathways
- Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
- Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.
International Pathways
- International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
- International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
Course Structure
Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.
Level 1
- Core: Take all units (30 points)
- CITS1401 Computational Thinking with Python (6)
- MATH1011 Multivariable Calculus (6)
- MATH1012 Mathematical Theory and Methods (6)
- PHYS1001 Physics for Scientists and Engineers (6)
- PHYS1002 Modern Physics (6)
- Bridging: If required, students are advised to take bridging units in their first year of study. Students without Mathematics Specialist ATAR or equivalent or higher take MATH1722. Students without ATAR Physics or equivalent or higher take PHYS1030.
- MATH1722 Mathematics Foundations: Specialist (6)
- PHYS1030 Physics Bridging Unit (6)
Level 2
- Core: Take all units (18 points)
- MATH2501 Advanced Mathematical Methods (6)
- PHYS2001 Quantum Physics and Electromagnetism (6)
- PHYS2002 Many Particle Systems (6)
Level 3
- Core: Take all units (18 points)
- PHYS3001 Quantum Mechanics (6)
- PHYS3002 Electrodynamics and Relativity (6)
- PHYS3011 Mathematical Physics (6)
- Option: Take unit(s) to the value of 6 points
- PHYS3003 Astrophysics and Space Science (6)
- PHYS3005 Quantum Computation (6)
- PHYS3006 Atomic and Nuclear Physics (6)
- PHYS3012 Topics in Contemporary Physics (6)
Student Exchange & Study Abroad
Eberhard-Karls University, Tubingen
The Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen is one of Europe's oldest universities. Several hundred years of history in the sciences and humanities have been written here. Today, Tübingen remains a place of research and teaching. In addition to the nearly 85,500 inhabitants, there are some 28,300 German and international students. Some 4500 academic staff teach at the University's seven faculties. Teaching at the University of Tübingen reflects the broad, interdisciplinary spectrum of its research. More than 280 courses are on offer.
Tubingen, Germany
Europe
Sungkyunkwan University
For more than six hundred years, Sungkyunkwan University has held a special place in the history of Korea. Since its establishment, the school's educational tradition has emphasised the four principles of benevolence, righteousness, propriety and wisdom. Sungkyunkwan University has also evolved to incorporate a modern educational paradigm that prioritises cutting-edge research and innovative education. This has led to important advances in the arts, sciences, medicine and technology in ways that allow greater synergy with other leading universities and institutions throughout the world.
Seoul, South Korea
Asia
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Founded in 1963, The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a forward-looking comprehensive research university with a global vision and a mission to combine tradition with modernity, and to bring together China and the West. Teachers and students hail from all around the world, and it has a total of 61 departments under the faculties of arts, business administration, education, engineering, law, medicine, science, and social science. Currently, it has about 21,000 students undertaking undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs.
Hong Kong, China
Asia
Visit Global Studio for more details and to apply to study abroad.
Course Accreditation
The Physics major (MJD-PHYSC) is accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP).
The University of Western Australia
Overview:
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a leading research-intensive university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and commitment to graduate employability. UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is the number one university in Western Australia for graduate employability.
Services Offered:
UWA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic support:
Tutoring, workshops, and study skills resources.Career services:
Career counselling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student wellbeing:
Mental health support, counselling, and health services.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options.Sports and fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.Clubs and societies:
A vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies catering to diverse interests.Study abroad and exchange:
Opportunities to study at universities around the world.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UWA provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience for its students. The university boasts a beautiful campus with modern facilities, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Social events:
Concerts, festivals, and other social gatherings.Sporting events:
Supporting the university's sports teams.Volunteer opportunities:
Contributing to the local community.Cultural events:
Art exhibitions, theatre performances, and music concerts.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
UWA offers a high-quality education with a focus on research and innovation.Excellent employability:
Graduates from UWA are highly sought after by employers.Vibrant campus life:
A diverse and engaging student community with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful campus:
A picturesque campus with modern facilities and green spaces.Strong research focus:
UWA is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.Academic Programs:
UWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
History, Literature, Philosophy, Languages, and more.Science and Engineering:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and more.Business and Economics:
Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, and more.Health Sciences:
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and more.Law:
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, and other law programs.Other:
UWA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. The university has a strong focus on Indigenous education and research, and offers a range of programs and support services for Indigenous students. UWA also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.
