PHS4200 Physics honours coursework
Faculty of Science
PHS4200 Physics honours coursework is a level 4, 24-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2027 in Semester 2 and Full year at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 24
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 2, Full year
- Clayton
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Requisites
Before PHS4200
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PHS4200
1 unit list PHS4200 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
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.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester to First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Full year | Clayton | On campus |
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of physics and related disciplines;
- 2
Synthesise and interpret their knowledge;
- 3
Apply their knowledge and critical thinking skills to the solution of complex problems.
- 4
Plan, and efficiently carry out, work requirements.
- 5
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:
- 6
Understand, use and explain the basic concepts and principles of the research literature which underpins their chosen area of research in physics.
Where it fits
PHS4200 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Ilya Mandel
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Ilya Mandel
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PHS4200?
PHS4200 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after PHS4200?
PHS4200 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including PHS4100.
When is PHS4200 offered?
In 2027, PHS4200 runs in Semester 2 and Full year at Clayton.
Which majors and minors include PHS4200?
PHS4200 is part of Physics.