Overview

The Physics Honours Major (BSc) (Honours) programme from Curtin University combines four 25-credit point advanced coursework units taught by internal and external academics with expertise in specific fields of research, with a 100-credit point independent research project. This year is primarily for those wishing to go on to doctoral studies either locally or globally.

What you'll learn

apply physics knowledge and understanding to solve physics problems and recognise the limitations of physics theories and the problem solving capability of Physics

analyse problems and generate testable theories to examine them; generate innovative solutions to problems by designing and carrying out physics experiments, integrating new and established knowledge

access a wide variety of existing information in the physical sciences; compare, contrast and develop new interpretations using physical science results and information from a wide variety of sources on the basis of reliability, accuracy and precision

communicate plans, progress and experimental outcomes concisely and coherently to audiences of physicists in written, visual and verbal forms

design/build/use appropriate experimental apparatus or algorithms to solve problems; apply appropriate technologies to solving problems while evaluating their limitations and advantages

understand that Physics is a dynamic field of study; demonstrate initiative and intellectual independence by taking advantage of opportunities for continuing education

consider problems in the physical sciences from a global perspective and recognise the inherent universal nature of the physical sciences

articulate and respect the cultural dimensions of working in the physical sciences while recognising that nature-physics and its language are a-cultural

collaborate effectively as a leader of research or as part of a research team while applying an ethical approach to analysis of scientific data and information

Get more details

Visit programme website

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Computational Quantum Mechanics

Functional Analysis

Advanced Topics in Astrophysics

High Performance Computing 25

Physics Honours Dissertation

Check out the full curriculum

Visit programme website

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-09 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-03 00:00:00 , National

More details

International students deadline: For countries listed separately on the website, 10 weeks before start date. All other countries, 5 weeks before start date.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

200 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Miri, Malaysia
Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Physics View 11 other Bachelors in Physics in Malaysia

Explore more key information

Visit programme website

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS 061491D

You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Curtin University and/or in your country of interest, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Make sure you meet all requirements

Visit programme website

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

44222 AUD / year

≈ 44222 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9300 AUD / year

≈ 9300 AUD / year

Additional Details

Australian and New Zealand students: Commonwealth supported

Funding

This programme is taught in different countries. Which country are you interested in?

Country 1

Australia
Malaysia

Check for any work restrictions

Visit programme website

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Physics Honours Major (BSc) (Honours).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

What you'll learn

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

Explore more key information

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners