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Bachelor of Science (Physics)

Australia

What will I learn?

Explore the science of everything with a major in Physics. Learn the analytical and problem-solving skills that industry is looking for, with strong emphasis on scientific instrumentation, measurement and analytical skills.

You’ll also experience a practical understanding of physics through a range of exciting laboratory-based programs and projects.

Learning Outcomes

Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical physics situations.

Analyse experimental data using physics approaches.

Formulate hypotheses, design and undertake experiments to generate solutions to physics problems.

Synthesise relevant information from multiple sources using digital technologies.

Communicate physics knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.

Incorporate diverse perspectives into scientific practice, applying a global outlook and including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural perspectives.

Work collaboratively with others, encompassing social, sustainable and ethical values into scientific practice.

Apply own learning to professional practice.

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities

Physics graduates are employed across a wide range of organisations. These include education, automotive and aerospace industries, defense, the public sector, healthcare, energy, materials, meteorology, technology, computing and IT.

Possible future job titles

Physicist, Astronomer, Science Teacher, Lecturer, Researcher, Scientist, Medical Physicist, Acoustic Consultant, Clinical Scientist, Metallurgist, Meteorologist, Nanotechnologist, Radiation Protection Practitioner, Sound Engineer

Which department am I in?

School of Science

CRICOS

106397D

Study options

Full Time (3 years)

Tuition fees
A$40,450.00 (US$ 26,690) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

24 February 2025, 28 July 2025

Venue

Joondalup Campus

270 Joondalup Drive,

JOONDALUP,

Western Australia,

6027, PERTH, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

There are various ways to meet our admission requirements, such as:

Secondary school results

Successful completion of one year of tertiary study from a recognised institution

Completed Diploma program from a recognised institution

English competency requirements:

IELTS Academic: An overall band minimum score of 6.0, with no individual band less than 6.0. (Results are typically valid for 2 years and online tests are not acceptable.)

TOEFL iBT: 70 (no individual score less than 17)

TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT): Minimum score of 550, including Test of Written English of 5 or better. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years.)

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 52, with no scores less than 50. (Results are typically valid for only two years.)

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

Pathways options

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About Edith Cowan University (ECU)

For the third year in a row, ECU students have rated it the top public university in Australia for overall undergraduate experience (QILT 2023).

  • Among world’s top 100 best young universities (THE)
  • Offers a range of industry-relevant programmes
  • World-class research profile
  • Enjoys broad industry connections

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