Physics and Astronomy at Curtin engages in the research of Applied Physics, Material Science, Theoretical Physics, and Astronomy. It works closely with the Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA), which focuses on scientific and technological advances in the field, and is involved in the Square Kilometre Array and the Murchison Widefield Array, as well as the investigation of active galactic nuclei and radio galaxies, transient radio phenomena and pulsars.
The problem-solving skills gained by physics graduates lead them to getting some of the most exciting jobs throughout their careers, enhanced by the study of theoretical and practical physics, together with strengths in mathematics and computing, see the latest report from the Australian Academy of Science here.
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In the Australian Government’s Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) 2018 assessment, Curtin University is ranked above world standard for Physical Sciences, and well above world standard for Astronomical and Space Sciences.
