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Physics and astronomy research project 1

PHS3350

Synopsis

This unit provides the opportunity for high achieving students to undertake a small research project in physics. You will develop the skills of planning, record-keeping, literature search, analysis and communication necessary for a successful project. You will work with an academic supervisor on an experimental or theoretical project, including astrophysics and astronomy, medical imaging, x-ray physics, synchrotron-based studies, quantum mechanics, resonance spectroscopies, magnetism, physics education and polymers.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

Quick facts

Credit points
6
Level
3
Audience
Undergraduate
Type
Coursework
School
Faculty of Science
Faculty
School of Physics and Astronomy
Handbook year
2026

Prerequisites

No prereqs in the handbook graph.

What it unlocks (1)

Offerings (3)

  • Summer semester AClayton · ON-CAMPUS
  • First semesterClayton · ON-CAMPUS
  • Second semesterClayton · ON-CAMPUS

Listed in 6 areas of study

  • AstrophysicsElective option 2
  • AstrophysicsAstrophysics elective units
  • AstrophysicsFoundation studies core units
  • PhysicsCore unit
  • PhysicsOption 3
  • PhysicsElective option 3