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  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Physical Sciences Major (B MultiDisc): Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Science

  • Bachelor

The Physical Science major covers physics, astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, and geology, focusing on interdisciplinary studies to address emerging challenges. It emphasizes understanding forces, matter properties, and Earth's composition, supported by mathematical frameworks.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Course Code
MJRU-PHSCI
ATAR
70

About this course

Overview

The Physical Science major allows students to study fundamental aspects of physics, astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, and geology, with a particular focus on drawing together studies in these disciplines to prepare students to tackle emerging challenges. Physics and astronomy seek to explain relationships between the smallest through to the largest structures, utilising the four known Strong, Weak, Electromagnetic and Gravitational forces. Chemists explore the properties and behaviour of matter, whereas geologists study the solid Earth, the composition of its rocks and how these change over time. These fields of study are all underpinned by mathematics as a framework for explaining observations and predicting outcomes.

What you will learn

What you'll learn

  • have demonstrated knowledge and understanding across disciplines in physical science that is typically at a level that, whilst supported by advanced textbooks, includes some aspects that will be informed by knowledge of the forefront of the field of study, GC1
  • apply their knowledge and understanding in a manner that indicates a professional approach to physical science, and have competencies typically demonstrated through devising and sustaining arguments (to both specialist and non-specialist audiences) and solving problems across disciplines in physical science, GC2
  • understand the constructs of the scientific method and apply these principles in physical science using digital technologies, GC3
  • gather and interpret relevant data across the physical science to inform judgements that include reflection on relevant social, scientific, or ethical issues, including being aware of the diversity of international perspectives associated across physical science, and how these impact upon the practice of physical science, GC4
  • understand and appreciate cultural diversity and how it impacts on the practice of physical science, GC5
  • display a high standard of professional behaviour, including effective time management, both independently and as a team member, GC6

Credit for prior study or work

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How to apply

## How to applyPlease review information on how to apply for the campus of your choiceApply now * The offering information on this website applies only to future students. Current students should refer to faculty handbooks for current or past course information.The information on this page may be subject to change. In particular, CurtinUniversity may change the content, method or location of delivery or tuitionfees of courses.While Curtin uses reasonable efforts to ensure that the information providedon this page is accurate and up to date, errors and omissions sometimes occur.Curtin makes no warranty, representation or undertaking (expressed or implied)nor does it assume any legal liability (direct or indirect) for the accuracy,completeness or usefulness of any information.View courses information disclaimer. * Curtin course code: MJRU-PHSCI * Last updated on: 13 October 2025

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