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Graduate Diploma in Physics
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 year
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 3GD045
2009
ATAR
N/A
- Program Outline
Programs are tailored to an individual’s background, interests and career objectives. Students will obtain and extend fundamental competencies in Physics, and study the latest advances in their specialisation under the supervision of academic and research staff who are internationally recognised for their research.
- Program Structure
The Graduate Diploma (24 units) includes 18 units of coursework (9 units core) and a 6-unit research project.
- Assessment
Assignments, exams, short project (Diploma, Masters), long project (Masters)
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- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3GD045 Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $4,249Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries Student Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.Completed Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3GD045International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $25,200 Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries Student Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Bachelor's degree with major in Physics or related discipline
Equivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566Additional Entry Requirements
International applicants must attach copies of the syllabus for the most advanced physics and mathematics subjects on their academic record. Where a copy is not available, a detailed summary by the applicant is required.
How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Annual tuition fees International student place: $25,200 Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries Student Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Study Plans
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules).
Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.Coursework comprising options with an aggregate value of at least 18 units, including at least 9 units from the courses listed in (iii).
These courses may be chosen from:
(i) The following list, to the value of no more than 9 units;
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PHYSICS 7026 Computational Physics
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PHYSICS 7027 Electromagnetism & Optics
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PHYSICS 7028 Experimental Physics
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PHYSICS 7030 Quantum Mechanics
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PHYSICS 7032 Advanced Dynamics & Relativity
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PHYSICS 7035 Statistical Mechanics
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PHYSICS 7040 Astrophysics
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PHYSICS 7041 Atmospheric & Environmental Physics
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PHYSICS 7042 Electromagnetism
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PHYSICS 7043 Photonics
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PHYSICS 7044 Physical Optics
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PHYSICS 7207 Quantum Mechanics B
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PHYSICS 7209 Photonics B
(ii) Courses listed under Academic Program Rules for other coursework by Masters degrees, subject to approval by the Program Coordinator.
(iii) The following courses
- PHYSICS 7002 Advanced Astrophysics
- PHYSICS 7003 Advanced Atmospheric & Environmental Physics
- PHYSICS 7004 Advanced Electromagnetism
- PHYSICS 7005 Atomic & Molecular Physics
- PHYSICS 7007 Experimental Methods
- PHYSICS 7008 Gauge Theory
- PHYSICS 7009 General Relativity
- PHYSICS 7010 Laser Physics & Non Linear Optics
- PHYSICS 7011 Nuclear & Radiation Physics
- PHYSICS 7012 Nuclear Theory & Particle Physics *
- PHYSICS 7013 Quantum Field Theory
- PHYSICS 7014 Relativistic Quantum Mechanics & Particle Physics
- PHYSICS 7015 Statistical Mechanics & Many Body Theory*
- PHYSICS 7104 Electronic Data Acquistion
* not offered in 2008
NOTE: The courses to be offered in any year will be dependant on staff availability and student demand.
An approved research project with a total value of 6 units;
- PHYSICS 7100 Diploma Project (Physics) A
- OR
- PHYSICS 7200 Diploma Project (Physics) B
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- Career Opportunities
Graduates can choose from a broad range of careers, for example in electronics, optics and laser industries, defence programs, telecommunications and manufacturing industries.
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Contact the Faculty of Sciences on (08) 8303 5673 or e-mail faculty.sciences@adelaide.edu.au or visit www.sciences.adelaide.edu.au
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Last updated: Monday, 25 Jul 2011
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