School of Physics & Astronomy
School of Physics and Astronomy
Indulge your curiosity and creativity. Explore new ways to understand the world. Discover new perspectives on the Universe.
Undergraduate
Gain knowledge and skills for a wide variety of careers, while indulging your curiosity about the Universe.
Honours
Extend your knowledge and skills through advanced coursework and contributions to ongoing research.
Postgraduate
Pursue your passions and expand the sum of human knowledge, earning your PhD working with our world-class researchers.
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Latest news from Physics and Astronomy
Stargazing world record
Break a world record with us on Wednesday 23 May by joining the largest stargazing session with thousands of other Australians.
New computer simulations uncover the cause of mystery cosmic ‘horseshoe’ dust
Since 2013 astronomers have been wondering about giant dust shaped in a horseshoe surrounding a young star named ‘HD142527’.
New science unit on Galileo to be delivered in Prato, Italy
Where better to learn about Galileo than in Italy – the home of the astronomer who is a central figure in science, astronomy, physics, philosophy and mathematics, to name but a few disciplines.
Electronically-smooth ‘3D graphene’: a bright future for trisodium bismuthide
Researchers have found that the topological material trisodium bismuthide (Na3Bi) can be manufactured to be as ‘electronically smooth’ as the highest-quality graphene-based alternative, while maintaining graphene’s high electron mobility.
Physics breakthrough a game changer for global healthcare with potential to reduce radiation from x-rays
An international study led by a Monash physicist could pave the way for radically reducing medical radiation dose from x-rays and CT scans.