The Master of Science (Research) provides an opportunity for students to acquire research skills and deepen their knowledge in an area of science. Course aims The Master of Science (Research) aims to provide professional development of the candidate, providing experience in problem definition, hypothesis formulation and testing, data acquisition, analysis and interpretation, and project presentation. Course structure Students work under the guidance of a supervisor who is a member of the full-time academic staff of the University. The degree is examined through presentation of a thesis. Students may be required to take a prescribed subject in research methodology or any other subject deemed necessary by their principal supervisor or the Faculty Research Committee. Description This subject is a foundation for later-stage subjects. In this subject students learn about: electrostatics, circuits, magnetism, electromagnetism and induction, waves, physical optics, introductory atomic physics and quantum theory. Research linked to each of the topic areas, and which is happening within the School of Mathematics and Physical Sciences at UTS, is integrated into this subject. Applied Physics This major enables students to learn about the interactions of energy and matter, precision measurement techniques, measuring and understanding the laws of nature and how new developments in physics are helping to expand the frontiers of technology. This major is a combination of theory and practice with lots of opportunities for practical skills and laboratory experience. Core study areas include computational physics, electromagnetic, electronics and interfacing, energy science, optics, measurement techniques, quantum and solid-state physics. Careers Career options include environmental consultant, medical scientist, researcher, resource manager, scientist or technologist.