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Graduate Diploma in Physics GD.Physics
2009

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 1 year (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Graduate Diploma

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 the 6-unit advanced topic.

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Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

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SATAC Code 3GD045
Annual tuition fees ?
Commonwealth-supported place: $4,162
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only.
You must have a completed Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 3GD045

International applicants

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IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $24,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
Prerequisites ?
Bachelor's degree with major in Physics or related discipline
Equivalent Scores
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6

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: $24,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

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;

(ii) Courses listed under Academic Program Rules for other coursework by Masters degrees, subject to approval by the Program Coordinator.

(iii) The following courses

* 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;

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Career Opportunities

Graduates can choose from a broad range of careers in electronics, optics and laser industries, defence programs, telecommunications and manufacturing industries.

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Program Rules

Faculty of Sciences

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Last updated: Tuesday, 14 Jul 2009

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