COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science in Physical Sciences at Murdoch University is structured to provide a comprehensive foundation in both Physics and Chemistry, while offering flexibility to explore related disciplines. The course is worth 72 credit points and is divided into core units, a major, discovery studies, and elective options. The course core includes 15 credit points, featuring essential units such as Transitioning Through Time and Space, Scientific Computing and Visualisation, Foundations of Chemistry, and The Quantum Realm. These units are designed to equip students with fundamental scientific knowledge, computational skills, and laboratory techniques necessary for advanced study in the physical sciences.Students are also required to complete a specified elective in mathematics, choosing between Introductory Calculus with Applications or Calculus and Matrix Algebra, depending on prior mathematical background. This ensures students develop the quantitative skills needed to solve complex scientific problems and perform rigorous data analysis in their chosen field.The major component of the degree, worth 24 credit points, allows students to specialise in either Chemistry or Physics, providing in-depth knowledge and practical experience in their chosen discipline. Students may also pursue related majors such as Applied Mathematics and Statistics or Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology to broaden their expertise and career prospects. A discovery study unit worth three credit points offers opportunities to explore interdisciplinary areas and enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills.The remaining 30 credit points are made up of options, which may include additional majors, minors, or general elective units. Recommended minors, such as Forensic Chemistry, and other general electives allow students to tailor their degree to their interests and career goals. This flexible structure ensures graduates acquire both breadth and depth of knowledge, along with practical, analytical, and computational skills that are highly valued in research, industry, education, and beyond.This degree equips students with the scientific and technical expertise needed to pursue careers in research and development, technical support, education, or analytical roles across a variety of industries, including health, agriculture, sustainability, mining, and emerging technologies.