Bachelor of Science majoring in Experimental Physics

    Bachelor of Science majoring in Experimental Physics

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 38,094 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    Bachelor of Science majoring in Experimental Physics

    About

    Studying physics is your guide to understanding the forces that decide our everyday lives. Your major in Experimental Physics will explore how science impacts the scientific, technological and societal aspects of society. Study mathematics and advanced physics courses, devising groundbreaking experiments to tackle real-world problems.

    Learn the fundamental principles and concepts of physics and tailor your studies to areas of interest. Gain hands-on experience in laboratories, developing your problem-solving skills. Build practical and relevant skills, transferable to your future career.

    Approach real-world challenges analytically and become a pioneer of discovery. Drive technological innovation, address global challenges and advance our understanding of the natural world.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    A career in experimental physics offers a variety of exciting and rewarding career paths across numerous fields.

    You might become a lab technician, supporting research activities and conducting experiments. Perhaps you’ll apply the principles of physics to medicine, developing and improving medical imaging technologies. You could even work in global laboratories on large-scale projects in areas like nuclear and particle physics.

    Graduates from this degree can pursue a range of roles including:

    • Data scientist
    • Medical physicist
    • Research scientist
    • Environmental physicist
    • Laboratory technician
    • Patent examiner/agent.

    Industry trends

    Emerging applications of quantum technology will present substantial career opportunities in Australia. Australia’s national science agency and innovation catalyst, CSIRO has developed a Quantum Technology Roadmap, aiming to generate over $4 billion and 16,000 jobs for Australia by 2040 (CSIRO, 2020). These investments will catapult Australia’s stance as a world-class quantum technology research centre and leader in developmental studies.

    Accreditation

    This program is accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics.

    Graduates are eligible for membership of the AIP.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    38,094 / year(s)
    Bachelor of Science majoring in Experimental Physics
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide