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School of Mathematics and Physics

School of
Mathematics
and Physics

Courses and study options

The School of Mathematics and Physics is home to world-class teaching, research, and discoveries across mathematics and physics. The School offers a wide range of disciplines, from mathematics, statistics, and data science to medical radiation physics, photonics, superconductivity, nuclear and quantum technologies.

Study Mathematics or Physics

Whether you’re solving complex equations or advancing new scientific frontiers, the School of Mathematics and Physics will prepare you to become a leader in our rapidly evolving world.

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  • Top 200

    UOW ranks among the world's top 200 universities for Physical Sciences.
    Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by subject 2025

  • 1st in NSW

    UOW undergraduate Science and Mathematics rated 1st in Australia.
    Good Universities Guide 2025

Latest news and thought leadership

Environment and Energy, Science and Technology

Four UOW researchers named among Australia’s 100 Future Fellows

Projects secure $5 million in funding to support cutting-edge research in ocean governance, clean energy, geometry, and resilient communities
Health and Medicine, Science and Technology

Trailblazing researchers named 2025 Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science

Professor David Adams and Professor Aidan Sims honoured for immense contributions to neurophysiology, mathematics

Environment and Energy, Science and Technology

Noel Cressie awarded 2025 Hannan Medal

Distinguished Professor of Statistics lauded for contributions to environmental science, climate research, and planetary protection

Our research

The School of Mathematics and Physics at UOW excels in research spanning pure and applied mathematics, statistics, medical and space radiation physics, quantum and nuclear technologies, photonics and superconductivity. Its innovative work drives advances in healthcare, technology development, and industry through strong global partnerships.

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Stories from the School of Mathematics and Physics

Discover the UOW School of Mathematics and Physics experience through the stories of our students, alumni, and staff.

Research, Students

Finding your graduate research topic

Whether higher degree research is a lifelong dream or something you never knew was an option, inspiration for a topic of study can come from many sources.
Arts and Culture, Alumni

Advocacy through imagery with UOW graduate Melissa Hammond

For award-winning multidisciplinary artist Melissa Hammond, her recent artistic achievements are a way to reach more people and create positive change for people with invisible disabilities.
Alumni, Science and Technology

Glen Moore: Pioneer of one of Australia's most innovative science spaces

For more than 50 years, Illawarra local Glen Moore has been a passionate advocate for making science and technology accessible to the community. His enduring commitment to opening minds to broader realities and higher possibilities has had a wide-reaching and lasting impact.

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