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Study Physics in Australia

Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

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  1. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Applied Physics (Co-op)/Diploma of Professional Practice

    Central Queensland University 🇦🇺 Sydney, Rockhampton, Gladstone, Mackay, Bundaberg, Emerald, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Australia

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  2. Master

    Master of Applied Science (Applied Physics) by Research

    RMIT University 🇦🇺 Melbourne, Australia

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  3. Master

    Applied Science (Maths & Physics) (Masters Programs offered by Coursework)

    The University of Tasmania 🇦🇺 Hobart, Launceston, Australia

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  4. Scholarship

    Bok Honours Year Scholarship in Astrophysics

    Australian National University 🇦🇺 Canberra, Australia

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  6. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Applied Physics

    Central Queensland University 🇦🇺 Sydney, Rockhampton, Gladstone, Mackay, Bundaberg, Emerald, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Australia

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  7. Master

    Master of Science Specialising in Earth Physics

    Australian National University 🇦🇺 Canberra, Australia

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy (Applied Physics)

    RMIT University 🇦🇺 Melbourne, Australia

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  9. Master

    Physics (Master)

    Griffith University 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Logan, Gold Coast, South Bank, Mt Gravatt, Australia

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  10. Research

    Physics (Research), Graduate Diploma, 5533, Faculty of Science

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  11. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Griffith University 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Logan, Gold Coast, South Bank, Mt Gravatt, Australia

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  12. Diploma

    Physics, Diploma

    The University of Queensland 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia

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  13. Master

    Master of Nuclear Science

    Australian National University 🇦🇺 Canberra, Australia

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  15. Other programmes

    Astrophysics

    The University of Melbourne 🇦🇺 Richmond, Australia

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  16. Research

    Physics Research Techniques, Graduate Diploma, 5663, Faculty of Science

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy, 9062XPHD, ANU Colleges of Science, Physics

    Australian National University 🇦🇺 Canberra, Australia

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  18. Other programmes

    Science: Bridging Courses - Physics (Short Course)

    The University of Sydney, Faculty Of Nursing And Midwifery 🇦🇺 Lindfield, Australia

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, Ph.D., 1890, Faculty of Science

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  20. Master

    Physics, Masters Degree (Research), 2931, University College

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  21. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science Advanced (Physics)

    The University of Wollongong 🇦🇺 Wollongong, Australia

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  22. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science (Physics) Honours

    The University of Wollongong 🇦🇺 Wollongong, Australia

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Study Physics in Australia – facts and figures

In Australia, 16 universities and colleges offer 42 Physics programmes: 16 Bachelor, 7 Master and 4 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Sydney, Brisbane, Richmond and Canberra. Institutions with the widest choice: The University of New South Wales, The University of Queensland and The University of Melbourne.

Degrees in Physics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Physics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Physics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Physics programmes?

The directory lists 42 Physics programmes at 16 institutions in Australia. Popular cities include Sydney, Brisbane and Richmond.

How long does it take to study Physics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Physics programmes in Australia?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are The University of New South Wales, The University of Queensland, The University of Melbourne, Australian National University and Central Queensland University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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