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PHS4200 · Physics honours coursework
2026 Handbook24 credit pointsLevel 4School of Physics and Astronomy
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
You are required to select six sub-units (covering advanced coursework topics) from offerings within the School of Physics and Astronomy. These sub-units are to be selected in consultation with the student's academic supervisor. Some sub-units may be chosen from outside the School - with permission from the honours coordinator. You will also complete a literature review related to the research project component of their honours course.
Areas of study: Physics
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | Second semester to First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Clayton | Full year | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
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Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of physics and related disciplines;
- Synthesise and interpret their knowledge;
- Apply their knowledge and critical thinking skills to the solution of complex problems.
- Plan, and efficiently carry out, work requirements.
- Make effective use of information and communication technology for the collection and analysis of data, the solution of problems and the presentation of their work; Students will also be able to:
- Understand, use and explain the basic concepts and principles of the research literature which underpins their chosen area of research in physics.
Workload
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