Bach of Advanced Sci (Hons) specialisation in Applied Physics - Space Systems Pathway

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Applied Physics is designed for students with a strong interest in the application of physical theories to solve problems and a desire to undertake research.

Space Systems - New Zealand is now a space-faring nation, with a burgeoning space economy valued by a recent report at 1.7 billion NZD. Space systems includes remote sensing, imaging, orbital dynamics, material science, mechanics, programming and fluid mechanics. This degree combines courses from Physics and Mechanical Engineering and will prepare students to work in a fast-evolving marketplace.

The program has a strong applied focus with a 45 point fourth year research project typically to be carried out in collaboration with a local industry or medical partner. The many strong relationships Physics department researchers have already established with NZ high-tech companies will allow students to choose from a wide range of potential industry projects.

The Applied Physics specialisation is taught at the City Campus.

Many avenues open up to graduates with training in Applied Physics.
Activities related to Physics jobs
- Working with electronic and computer applications
- Space science
- Materials development
- Patent consulting
- Production process and control
- Research in Crown Research Institutes
- Medical Physicist
- Photonics research and development

Complete 330 points comprising:

15 points from Stage I Elective Courses, and
45 points for all Stage I Compulsory Courses, and
75 points for all Stage II Compulsory Courses, and
15 points from Stage II Elective Courses, and
30 points for all Stage III Compulsory Courses, and
30 points from Stage III Elective Courses, and
15 points for all Level 700 Compulsory Course, and
30 points from Level 700 Physics Elective Courses, and
30 points from Level 700 Aerospace Engineering Elective Courses, and
Either:
45 points for all Dissertation - 1 Semester, or
45 points for all Dissertation - 2 Semesters

Stage I Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

ASTRO 100 - Planets, Stars and Galaxies (15 points)

ASTRO 110 - Introduction to Rocket Science (15 points)

Stage I Compulsory Courses

Complete 45 points for ALL of the following:

MATHS 120 - Algebra (15 points)

MATHS 130 - Calculus (15 points)

PHYSICS 121 - Advancing Physics 2 (15 points)

Stage II Compulsory Courses

Complete 75 points for ALL of the following:

MATHS 250 - Algebra and Calculus 2 (15 points)

PHYSICS 201 - Classical and Thermal Physics (15 points)

PHYSICS 202 - Electromagnetism (15 points)

PHYSICS 203 - Relativity and Quantum Physics (15 points)

PHYSICS 244 - Electronics and Imaging (15 points)

Stage II Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

MATHS 253 - Algebra and Calculus 3 (15 points)

MATHS 260 - Differential Equations (15 points)

Stage III Compulsory Courses

Complete 30 points for ALL of the following:

PHYSICS 356 - Particle Physics and Astrophysics (15 points)

PHYSICS 390 - Experimental Physics (15 points)

Stage III Elective Courses

Complete exactly 30 points from the following:

PHYSICS 331 - Classical Mechanics and Electrodynamics (15 points)

PHYSICS 332 - Fluid Mechanics (15 points)

PHYSICS 333 - Lasers and Electromagnetic Waves (15 points)

PHYSICS 334 - Statistical Physics and Condensed Matter (15 points)

PHYSICS 335 - Quantum Mechanics (15 points)

PHYSICS 340 - Electronics and Signal Processing (15 points)

Level 700 Compulsory Course

Complete 15 points for ALL of the following:

PHYSICS 753 - The Dynamic Universe (15 points)

Level 700 Physics Elective Courses

Complete exactly 30 points from the following:

PHYSICS 703 - Advanced Quantum Mechanics (15 points)

PHYSICS 715 - Directed Study (15 points)

PHYSICS 741 - Advanced Classical Mechanics and Electrodynamics (15 points)

PHYSICS 742 - Advanced Statistical Mechanics and Condensed Matter (15 points)

PHYSICS 743 - Waves and Potentials (15 points)

PHYSICS 746 - Relativistic Quantum Mechanics and Field Theory (15 points)

PHYSICS 748 - General Relativity (15 points)

PHYSICS 751 - Special Topic (15 points)

PHYSICS 752 - Photonics (15 points)

PHYSICS 754 - Condensed Matter Physics (15 points)

PHYSICS 757 - Quantum Optics and Quantum Information (15 points)

PHYSICS 780 - Advanced Imaging Technologies (15 points)

Up to 15 points may be substituted from other approved 700 level courses offered at this University.

Level 700 Aerospace Engineering Elective Courses

Complete exactly 30 points from the following:

AEROSPCE 720 - Space Dynamics and Missions (15 points)

AEROSPCE 730 - Aerospace Systems Design (15 points)

AEROSPCE 740 - Aerospace Structures and Mechanisms (15 points)

Dissertation - 1 Semester

Complete 45 points for ALL of the following:

PHYSICS 786 - BAdvSci(Hons) Dissertation in Physics (45 points)

Dissertation - 2 Semesters

Complete 45 points for ALL of the following:

PHYSICS 786A - BAdvSci(Hons) Dissertation in Physics (15 points)

PHYSICS 786B - BAdvSci(Hons) Dissertation in Physics (30 points)