Gain a solid foundation in physics and mathematics, and acquire extensive knowledge in the area. You will learn to understand physics at a deeper level, apply scientific principles in a physics context, and understand the role of physics in society. What you will study First year A typical first year may include: core topics in mathematics, fundamental physics, and the nature of science a topic in chemical structure and bonding or general chemistry a selection of electives elective topics in physics and mathematics, enabling those without Year 12 experience in these areas to enter the degree Second year A typical second year may include: core topics in several variable calculus, thermodynamics and electromagnetic waves, quantum concepts, classical physics, linear algebra and differential equations, and algebra a selection of electives Third year A typical third year may include: core topics in partial differential equations, nuclear and statistical physics, cosmology and optoelectronics, quantum physics, complex analysis, and methods of applied mathematics a selection of electives Honours year A typical honours year may include: a major physics research thesis allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research further development of professional skills, particularly those relevant to research and development. Your career Diverse employment opportunities exist in a range of areas such as optics and photonics, telecommunications, micro-electronics, nano-electronics, instrumentation development, acoustics, geophysics and meteorology. Potential occupations include: graduate physicist defence scientist research scientist in sonar systems scientific officer junior quantitative researcher – systematic trading strategies.