University of Wollongong

Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) (Physics)

The Bachelor of Science Advanced Honours (Physics) degree is for high-achieving students interested in a challenging program leading to a career in scientific research. An incredibly flexible degree, you have the opportunity to undertake individual research subjects in second, third, and fourth-year levels. You are also able to participate in various enrichment activities and develop a close association with an appropriate member of one of the facultys research teams. This degree provides you with the first real opportunity to undertake research on a topic of your interest. In the final honours year, you will undertake a substantial piece of supervised research in your major discipline, together with other required seminars and/or coursework. The honours year is particularly important as it represents a gateway to future research opportunities, both in the form of higher research degrees and as a career in research, or to other vocations that require advanced analytical and research skills.