Physical Sciences

Like to learn more about the universe? Physics reveals the natural laws at work in our everyday world and across the cosmos, and teaches us the fundamental principles underpinning modern science and technology. The Bachelor of Science (Physical Sciences) is designed for those seeking broad and durable scientific knowledge and skills. Course offerings range from general physics to astronomy, climatology, medical physics and various electives. Those studying astronomy also have the opportunity to experience hands-on and remote-control astronomical observations using modern telescopes.

Program structure

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

plus 1 x first 8-unit Major8 

plus 1 x second 8-unit Major plus 4 x Electives
or 12 x Electives12

Total24

Course codeCourse name

Core courses:

STA2300Data Analysis 

CSC1402Foundation Computing

 or 

CSC1401Foundation Programming 

 plus

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship

or

CMS1100Communicating in the Sciences

plus

MAT1000Mathematics Fundamentals

or

MAT1100Foundation Mathematics

Physical Sciences Major:

PHY1104Physics Concepts 1

PHY1911Physics Concepts 2

PHY2204Astronomy and Astrophysics

PHY2206Medical Physics

PHY1107Astronomy 2

PHY3303Modern Physics

PHY3304Applied Photonics

SCI3301Science Project

Footnotes

1 Offered by the University of New England (UNE) and made available to USQ students (requiring cross-institutional enrolment into UNE).
2 Offered by the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) and made available to USQ students (requiring cross-institutional enrolment into USC

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4 SA)
• Recommended prior study: Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics, or Multi-strand Science or equivalent

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

OP/Rank

The 2015 OP/Rank for this program is: 15/67

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.

• A-level Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics or Multi-strand science or equivalent is recommended

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.