Units

Thermal and Statistical Physics deals with 1. equilibrium thermodynamics and its applications and 2. the link between the atomic structure of matter and its macroscopic thermal behaviour and properties. It has wide applicability to almost a…

Classical and Quantum Mechanics introduces advanced concepts in classical mechanics and then links these to the theory of quantum mechanics. This course begins with introducing the concepts of degrees of freedom and least action. Subsequent…

This is a second-year core course aimed at providing intermediate-level understanding of materials and thermal physics, including the structure and phase behaviour of materials, their thermal, mechanical, optical, and electrical properties,…

This course provides you with a quantitative understanding of the physical behaviour of electric and magnetic fields in free space and in matter. You will study in detail the laws of electromagnetism, and explore some of their important app…

Building on basic knowledge of the solar system, this course will take a closer look at the terrestrial planets and how they differ from the giant planets that orbit our Sun. We will introduce the different spacecraft that have explored a w…

This course is an introduction to orbital mechanics and astrodynamics. The course will cover escape velocities and associated rocket and launcher aerodynamics. The course includes problem-solving activities related to calculating orbits and…

This course is an introduction to the environment of microgravity. An object in freefall experiences the sensation of weightlessness such as in parabolic flights or in spacecraft. Experiments performed in this environment yield different re…

Fields, waves, and light will be studied in the context of an important branch of physics known as electromagnetism. These topics are an essential part of a physicist's training, as they are fundamental to our understanding of the physical…

Optics is the study of electromagnetic radiation and its measurement through the interaction of light and matter. This branch of physics is also concerned with the generation of light, which has its origins in quantum physics. Quantum theor…

Science consists of two complementary components: theory and experiment. A scientist makes observations of the natural world and from these develops hypotheses that are tested through experiments. In this third-year course you will be given…

Quantum theory provides the basis for our current understanding of how the universe works. Specifically, it predicts that energy comes in tiny packets known as quanta. A quantum of light is called a photon and photonics is the study of the…

Podiatrists manage a range of dermatological conditions affecting the lower limb, from acute skin lesions to chronic wound presentations. This unit is designed to develop your understanding of skin and nail structure to allow you to evaluat…

You will gain an understanding of your role as a podiatrist within the larger interprofessional healthcare setting. Through supervised practice, you will have the opportunity to apply your podiatry knowledge and skills in assessment, treatm…

Podiatrists work with people who have a range of neurological conditions that impact many aspects of their lives. This unit is designed to develop your understanding of the impact of neurological conditions on people, their gait, the lower…

You will gain an understanding of your role as a podiatrist within the larger interprofessional healthcare setting. Through supervised practice, you will have the opportunity to apply your podiatry knowledge and skills in assessment, treatm…

This unit provides an introduction to foundational concepts and theories of international politics and their application to historical and contemporary case studies, which will include war and peace, security, power, political economy and g…

This unit introduces students to Australian foreign policy, exploring the regional and international context in which Australia pursues its national and security interests, and how those interests have changed over time. It covers Australia…

This Unit is an introduction to the comparative study of politics. It provides an overview of the world’s political systems. It develops a conceptual framework for the analysis of political systems, and introduces students to the use of c…

This unit builds on International Politics by exploring conceptual and theoretical debates in international relations and security studies. With a focus on traditional and non-traditional security problems in global politics, this unit deve…

This unit provides students with an introduction to conflict resolution in international politics. It explores forms of violence in the international system at a number of levels, and considers the sources of conflicts as well as models of…

This unit introduces students to foundational and contemporary approaches to security. It covers a range of theoretical frameworks and incorporates case studies to develop critical analysis with past and contemporary security issues.

This unit investigates the politics and ethics of work. Through a series of case studies, the unit examines the exploitative and liberating aspects of work and analyses the power dynamics embedded in employment relationships. Drawing on pol…

This unit confronts students with the stark injustices in the contemporary digital world as manifested in phenomena such as the digital divide and the democratic deficit. It provides an overview of the history of the digital world and engag…

This unit explores the unprecedented and wide-ranging effects of globalisation on labour markets, organisations and cultures around the world. This unit assess how labour, capital and governments react to rapidly changing environments. Focu…

This unit provides students with a critical understanding of terrorism and counter-terrorism policy and practices. It will explore the concepts and ideas surrounding terrorism and consider a variety of perspectives in order to make sense of…

This Unit of Study is designed to provide students with a conceptual framework through which the formulation of public policies in Australia can be analysed. Online resources and exercises are designed to provide the theoretical and concept…

The unit of study introduces students to the politics of neighbouring Pacific Island nations, with a special focus on Melanesia and the countries of the so-called Arc of Responsibility (Timor-Leste, PNG, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu), along wit…

This unit provides students with an in-depth, critical understanding of cyber-crime and security. Students will learn about the history and development of contemporary crime and security problems facilitated by digital technology, including…

This unit provides students with an introduction to conflict resolution, post-conflict justice and peace building. It explores forms of violence in the international system at a number of levels, and considers the sources of conflicts as we…

This unit develops the conceptual and theoretical frameworks covered in Contemporary Approaches to Security. It covers non-traditional security threats and empirical case studies through new approaches in security studies. Students explore…