PHS4021 Physics coursework B
Faculty of Science
PHS4021 Physics coursework B is a level 4, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 2 other tasks
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Requisites
Before PHS4021
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PHS4021
No unit lists PHS4021 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.
Enrolment rules
COREQUISITE: Enrolment in the Master of Science.
PREREQUISITE: Entry Level 2 of the Master of Science or 24 credit points of Level 3 studies in Physics and PHS3350.
Overview
You will undertake studies in three selected topics in Physics and related fields, which provide fundamental instruction in key aspects of contemporary physics.
These develop your expertise in theoretical and computational physics, data analysis and the skills required to effectively communicate your findings using contemporary communication tools.
The three topics are chosen from:
- Statistical mechanics
- Condensed matter physics
- Quantum field theory
- Quantum information theory
- General relativity & cosmology
NB: Subject to approval by the Chief Examiner, one of the topics in PHS4021 may be replaced by a topic from ASP4021.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- TestsQuiz / Test20%
- AssignmentsWritten30%
- Final assessment taskExamination50%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental aspects of experimental physics, theoretical and computational physics, and related disciplines.
- 2
Develop skills in theoretical and computational physics that are fundamental to the study of contemporary physics.
- 3
Synthesise and interpret knowledge in theoretical and experimental physics.
- 4
Make effective use of information and communication technology for the collection and analysis of data, the solution to problems in theoretical and experimental physics, and the written/oral presentation of work relevant to the area of study.
Workload and teaching
- Teaching approachActive learning
24 hours per week
- Three topics each with 3-hours of lectures/workshops/tutorials;
- Three topics each with 1-hours of consultation and online discussions involving peers and staff, and
- 12 hours of independent study per week.
Where it fits
PHS4021 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Michael J Morgan
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Michael J Morgan
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PHS4021?
PHS4021 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is PHS4021 offered?
In 2027, PHS4021 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does PHS4021 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include PHS4021?
PHS4021 is part of Physics.