BP229 - Bachelor of Science
Plan: BP229PHYS - Bachelor of Science (Physics)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Science (Physics)
Award abbreviation: BSc(Phys)
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years Full Time
Location: Onshore, City Campus
Owning school: Science (171H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/science
ASCED code: 019999
CRICOS code: 074351J
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Bachelor of Science (Physics) allows you to prepare for a career as a scientist in the field of physics. The common first year provides a transformative learning experience, in which you will learn and explore core science concepts across physical, life, data and mathematical science disciplines and develop and strengthen key scientific and transferable skills that will underpin your future studies and careers.
From that broad base, you will specialise in material, thermal, optics, radiation, electromagnetism and quantum physics and IT courses. Knowledge is always complimented with practical experiences in laboratory and modelling courses. Your capstone experience is your Science Project 1 ONPS2186 when you will use all your knowledge and skills to work, perhaps in teams, to develop and implement your own research project.
Further course selection can be individualised to an extent by taking other science courses offered by the School of Science. This allows you a degree of flexibility to help you achieve your vocational and academic goals.
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, others are delivered online.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Articulation agreements between RMIT programs enable students graduating from an RMIT qualification to achieve advanced standing in a higher level qualification.
If you have completed a nationally accredited Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a related field of science study, you may be granted an exemption of up to 96 or 144 credit points, respectively. You must demonstrate academic merit in your performance through an official transcript of results and completion.
Students in the generic BP229P7 plan, but interested in Physics, may choose to change plans to the Bachelor of Science (Physics), BP229PHYS. If you are enrolled in the Physics Plan (BP229PHYS) the words Physics will appear on your testamur; if you remain in BP229P7 (Applied Science) and major in Physics, the words Physics will appear on your transcript, but not on your testamur.
If you achieve outstanding results in your early study, you may be invited to transfer into BH101 Dean's Scholar program which has an embedded honours program and is suitable for students aspiring to a career in research.
Successful completion of this program provides you with pathways into honours, masters by coursework, masters by research and PhD programs.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Very Important: This plan is being phased out.
BP229PHYS - Bachelor of Science plan has been discontinued and will no longer accept new students after Semester 2 2022.
Program entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education, or equivalent.
For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 20 in one of Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics; and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English.
English language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0, or equivalent.
For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
This program is fully accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics.
The following organisation offers membership to graduates who have successfully completed the recommended courses in the physics plan and major area of study:
Membership in professional bodies add credibility to your area of expertise.
You have the opportunity to access a wide range of industrial contacts through the extensive research programs within the School, many of which are undertaken in collaboration with external organizations.
This program is advised by an Industry Advisory Committees (IAC) comprised of external members drawn from diverse external industries and institutions. These provide further opportunities for networking and are a useful link in ensuring that the teaching material and student capabilities remain close to the needs of future employers.
The academic area of physics has a number of industry contacts and relationships and adjunct professors who can help students with their study as well as offer advice on professional careers. These contacts are made initially through your university lecturers and program.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Resources available from the Library
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to your discipline, refer to: https://rmit.libguides.com/science
Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal, myRMIT.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
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