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Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Science (Physics)
Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Science (Physics) |
Abbreviation: | BMath-BSc(Physics) |
UOW Course Code: | 792 |
CRICOS Code: | 048495J |
Study Area / Disciplines / My University Key words : | Mathematics & Statistics, Physics, Science,Applied Statistics, Mathematics, Nuclear Science & Technology, Physics |
Total Credit Points: | 216 |
Duration: | 4.5 years (9 sessions) full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Engineering & Information Sciences |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn/Spring |
Delivery Mode: | On campus (Face-to-face) |
Delivery Campus/UAC Code: | Wollongong / 751805 |
ATAR: | 80 |
Additional Information: |
Overview
Double degrees aim to broaden a student's knowledge and skill base and improve career options in competitive, increasingly interactive fields. The programs are designed to enhance a student's educational, academic and professional qualifications whilst minimising the costs of their studies. The Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Science (Physics) provides a deeper understanding of the complementary areas of Mathematics and Physics. Graduates are particularly suited to careers involving mathematical modelling of physical systems. More information regarding double degree course requirements can be found in the UOW's Policy Guidelines. Students must seek advice and approval from both Faculties before enrolment.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements, English requirements and credit transfer information are available from the Course Finder.
Course Requirements
All students must complete the required number of credit points and satisfy all course requirements for the Bachelor of Mathematics and the Bachelor of Science (Physics) degree. Refer to course structures below.
All students must take particular notice of the Course Rules regarding minimum rate of progress.
The formal contact hours, methods of teaching and learning and forms of assessment vary from subject to subject. Details will be provided to students at the commencement of each subject by the Subject Coordinator. Students should attend all classes including lectures, tutorials and laboratory classes.
Course structure
Subject | Session | Credit Points | ||
Year 1 | ||||
Mathematics 1: Algebra and Differential Calculus | Autumn | 6 | ||
Fundamentals of Physics A | Autumn | 6 | ||
Applied Mathematical Modelling 1 | Spring | 6 | ||
Discrete Mathematics | Spring | 6 | ||
Mathematics 2: Series and Integral Calculus | Spring | 6 | ||
Fundamentals of Physics B | Spring | 6 | ||
Astronomy - Concepts of the Modern Universe | Spring | 6 | ||
Plus | 2 electives | 12 | ||
Year 2 | ||||
Multivariate and Vector Calculus | Autumn | 6 | ||
Linear Algebra | Autumn | 6 | ||
Advanced Modern Physics | Autumn | 6 | ||
Understanding Variation and Uncertainty | Autumn | 6 | ||
Differential Equations 2 | Spring | 6 | ||
Complex Variables and Group Theory | Spring | 6 | ||
Applied Mathematical Modelling 2 | Spring | 6 | ||
Vibrations, Waves and Optics | Spring | 6 | ||
Electromagnetism and Optoelectronics | Spring | 6 | ||
Year 3 | ||||
Procedural Programming | Autumn/Spring | 6 | ||
Continuous Mathematics | Autumn | 6 | ||
Mechanics and Thermodynamics | Autumn | 6 | ||
Quantum Mechanics | Autumn | 6 | ||
Probability and Random Variables | Autumn | 6 | ||
Differential Equations 3 | Autumn | 6 | ||
Partial Differential Equations | Spring | 6 | ||
Industrial Mathematical Modelling | Not available in 2014 | 6 | ||
or | ||||
Estimation and Hypothesis Testing | Spring | 6 | ||
Nuclear Physics | Spring | 6 | ||
Year 4 | ||||
Applied Mathematical Modelling 3 | Autumn | 6 | ||
or | ||||
Statistical Inference and Multivariate Analysis | Spring | 6 | ||
Topology and Chaos | Spring | 6 | ||
or | ||||
Sample Surveys and Experimental Design | Autumn | 6 | ||
Electromagnetism | Autumn | 6 | ||
Physics of Detectors and Imaging | Autumn | 6 | ||
Electronic Materials | Autumn | 6 | ||
2 x | 300 level Mathematics subjects | Spring | 12 | |
or | ||||
Applied Probability and Financial Risk | Autumn | 6 | ||
and | ||||
Multiple Regression and Time Series | Spring | 6 | ||
Statistical Mechanics | Spring | 6 | ||
Astrophysics | Offered Autumn even years | 6 | ||
or | ||||
Classical Mechanics | Offered Autumn odd years | 6 |
Honours
Students with a good academic record are encouraged to proceed to an Honours year. An additional year of study providing training in independent research in either discipline would be required.
Further Studies Options
Graduates can apply for entry to Honours in Physics, then Master of Science - Research or PhD.
Career Opportunities
Opportunities exist in teaching, administration, scientific communication, computing, and research.
Professional recognition/accreditation
The Bachelor of Science (Physics) and the Honours degree conform to the requirements for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics. Recognition as a professional physicist requires the completion of a higher degree or an equivalent amount of professional experience.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: eis@uow.edu.au