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Physics

Learning outcomes

Students who graduate from Physics will be able to:

No. Learning outcomes
1 Exhibit a broad understanding of foundation concepts in physics and the mathematical skills necessary to formalise these concepts.
2 Explain how physical theories are formulated and tested, and how they are used to explain and interpret observations.
3 Explain the role and relevance of physics to society and describe its role in the development and application of technology.
4 Investigate and solve physics problems using experimental, computational, and theoretical tools and techniques.
5 Evaluate experimental or computational data in physics, including uncertainties, and use the results to draw conclusions.
6 Communicate physics to a variety of audiences through a range of modes using evidence-based arguments, and evaluate arguments presented by others.
7 Source, collect, synthesise and critically evaluate information on issues in physics from a range of relevant sources.
8 Identify how fundamental physics concepts are applicable in different contexts and apply physics knowledge and techniques to solve problems outside the discipline.
9 Design, plan and conduct a physics experiment or project.
10 Address authentic problems in physics, working professionally, responsibly and ethically and with consideration of cross-cultural perspectives, within collaborative, interdisciplinary teams.