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Master of Science - Research

Testamur Title of Degree:

Master of Science - Research

Abbreviation:

MSc - Res

Home Faculty:

Faculty of Engineering

Engineering School:

Engineering Physics

Duration:

1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

72

Entry Requirements:

Degree in Physics, or a Graduate Diploma in Science (Physics) or approved equivalent qualification

Delivery Mode:

On campus

Starting Session(s):

Autumn/Spring

Location:

Wollongong

UOW Course Code:

1304

CRICOS Code:

042555F

Overview

The Master of Science degree by research equips candidates with superior skills in research design and methodology in preparation for leadership roles in their chosen field. The degree comprises a 48 credit point research thesis and 24 credit points of coursework. Advanced standing for some, or all of the coursework component may be granted on demonstrated research skills.

Students entering with a degree below Honours Class II, Division 2 will complete the 48 credit point thesis and 24 credit point combination of subjects chosen from the remaining Graduate Subjects below, and the list of undergraduate Physics subjects. These subjects will be chosen in consultation with, and approved by the Physics Discipline Advisor.

For current research areas refer to the PhD program above.

Course Program

Subjects

Credit Points

Core Subjects

 

PHYS401

Theoretical Mechanics and Electromagnetism

8

PHYS441

Advanced Astrophysics

4

PHYS444

Quantum Mechanics

8

PHYS446

Solid State Physics

8

PHYS910

Advanced Project in Physics A

6

PHYS946

Advanced Solid State Physics

6

PHYS947

Special Topics in Physics A

6

PHYS948

Physics of Imaging

6

PHYS952

Radiation and Radiotherapy Physics

8

PHYS953

Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine

8

PHYS954

Radiobiology and Radiation Protection

8

PHYS960

Advanced Project in Physics B

6

PHYS997

Special Topics in Physics B

6

 
   

Last reviewed: 30 August, 2007 

 
   
 
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