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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. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, Ph.D., 1892, University College

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  2. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor of Science)

    The University of Western Australia 🇦🇺 CRAWLEY, Australia

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  3. Major

    Mathematical Physics (Major)

    The University of Melbourne 🇦🇺 Richmond, Australia

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  4. Master

    Physics, Masters Degree (Research), 2930, Faculty of Science

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics, Bachelor (Dual Degree)

    The University of Queensland 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia

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  7. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science Advanced (Physics)

    James Cook University of North Queensland 🇦🇺 Townsville, Australia

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  8. Bachelor

    Physics, Bachelor

    The University of Queensland 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia

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  9. Other programmes

    Geophysics

    The University of Melbourne 🇦🇺 Richmond, Australia

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  10. Bachelor

    Biophysics, Bachelor

    The University of Queensland 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia

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  11. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science (Physics)

    James Cook University of North Queensland 🇦🇺 Townsville, Australia

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  12. Bachelor

    Exploration Geophysics, Bachelor Honours

    The University of Queensland 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia

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  13. Bachelor

    Physics, Bachelor Honours

    The University of Queensland 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia

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  15. Specialisation

    Physics (Speciality)

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  16. Major

    Physics (Undergraduate major)

    The University of Sydney 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  17. Bachelor

    Biophysics, Bachelor Honours

    The University of Queensland 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia

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  18. Major

    Physics (Major)

    The University of Melbourne 🇦🇺 Richmond, Australia

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  19. Bachelor

    Physics, Bachelor Degree

    Queensland University of Technology 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia

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  20. Other programmes

    Physics

    Charles Sturt University 🇦🇺 ALBURY, Australia

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  21. Other programmes

    Mathematical Physics

    The University of Melbourne 🇦🇺 Richmond, Australia

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  22. Other programmes

    Physics (Honour)

    The University of Sydney 🇦🇺 Sydney, 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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