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Career Opportunities in Physics

Graduates can expect to work in industrial research and consultation, using their skills in areas of applied physics. These areas include simulating oil or gas reservoirs, ground water flow, air pollution dispersion, air quality control, energy studies, power distribution systems, environmental dynamics, remote sensing, estuarine modelling, radiation dosimetry, mineral processing or in many other aspects of modern industrial practice, education and basic research.

Physics graduates are multi-skilled scientists who have well-developed problem solving, analytical and advanced computing skills as well as appropriate technical skills to their chosen area of study.

Graduates can pursue job opportunities in a wide variety of areas including:

Mining
Computing
Research
Energy Management
Materials Science
Telecommunications
Environmental Monitoring
Finance
Engineering
   
Profiles of Physics Graduates

Physics will also help you to develop the ability to work as part of a team and provide you with good written and verbal communication skills - essential attributes for today's job market.