Physics and astronomy at Monash is going through an exciting period of growth - investing significantly in people and facilities. We are working across a broad range of creative, curiosity-driven research areas that will impact on future generations - including biomedical imaging, quantum computing, atomtronics, and novel materials for next generation photonics, optoelectronics and spintronics.
Monash is one of a small number of universities in Australia that offers the full spectrum of subjects in physics, astronomy and astrophysics. Studying at Monash allows you to explore everything from atomic physics to ultracold gases; from computational astrophysics to observational astronomy; from condensed matter physics to nanotechnology; from electron microscopy to synchrotron science; from elementary particle physics to quantum cosmology; from biophotonics to optoelectronics; from medical imaging to x-ray science, and much more. If you have a passion for physics and/or astronomy, then Monash is the place for you!
The subjects on offer in the minors, majors and extended majors are complemented by facilities that are the best in the world. The Monash experience includes hands-on activities in our laboratories and the use of optical/radio telescopes at our astronomical observatory. You will have access to state of the art equipment, computing facilities and custom-designed spaces to promote learning and student-staff interactions. You will have the opportunity to carry out a genuine research project and publish your work in peer-reviewed journals. You will benefit from working with researchers who are world leaders in their fields. At Monash you have the opportunity to build skills that are highly valued by employers, and achieve your potential.
