Study the Bachelor of Science (Energy and Advanced Materials)

Study Energy and Advanced Materials at Flinders

Calculate the forces and resources for the modern technological world.

This course is not offered in 2021.

Gain a solid foundation in physics and cutting-edge materials. The degree prepares you to understand physics and materials at a deeper level, apply scientific principles in a materials context, appreciate experiment design and execution, and use scientific instruments commonly used in physics and materials.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge of SACE stage two mathematical methods and physics or equivalent is assumed.

2021 selection rank

70.00

Guaranteed selection rank

70.00

TAFElink

Certificate IV or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234261

Delivery mode

In person:

– Bedford Park

Online: No

Duration

3 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2021: $7,338

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Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Energy and Advanced Materials at Flinders

Understand physics and materials at a deeper level
Apply relevant scientific principles in a materials context and develop an intuitive knowledge of materials
Use your maths ability as a language for physics and applications of materials
Operate scientific instruments commonly used in physics and materials
Retrieve and present information about physics in a scientific manner, including communicating effectively with a variety of audiences.

Your career

Diverse employment opportunities exist in a range of areas such as optics and photonics, telecommunications, micro-electronics, nano-electronics, instrumentation development, acoustics and geophysics.

Potential occupations include:

fibre optics designer
electronic device developer
focused ion-beam scientist
electronics technologist/electronics engineer
process validation group scientist.

Potential employers include:

Defence Science and Technology Group
ANSTO
CSIRO
Department of Industry, Innovation and Science
BAE Systems.

What you will study

First year A typical first year may include:	core topics in mathematics, fundamental physics, engineering physics and materials, and the nature of science a selection of elective topics.
Second year A typical second year may include:	core topics in several variable calculus, thermodynamics and electromagnetic waves, quantum concepts, classical physics, linear algebra and differential equations, and analysis of engineering systems a selection of elective topics.
Third year A typical third year may include:	core topics in partial differential equations, nuclear and statistical physics, cosmology and optoelectronics, quantum physics, complex analysis, and thermodynamics and energy systems a selection of elective topics.
Honours year A typical honours year may include:	a major energy and advanced materials research thesis allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research further development of professional skills, particularly those relevant to research and development.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workplace through the opportunity of a professional placement in your third year.

Study abroad

There are opportunities to take your studies overseas through internships and short-term study abroad programs.

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree

You can also combine this degree with any other bachelor degree within the College of Science and Engineering, subject to meeting entry requirements.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include in your list is the:

Bachelor of Science.

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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