Study AreaNatural and Physical Sciences
Whether you’re passionate about protecting the environment, improving healthcare, developing new technology and materials, or deciphering the universe, your studies in Natural and Physical Sciences will set you up for dynamic and rewarding career opportunities in science and technology.
Natural and Physical Sciences covers a wide range of disciplines including agriculture and environment, biology and chemistry, earth and oceans, physics and mathematics.
You'll have the opportunity to choose from a range of subjects such as agricultural science, biotechnology, chemistry, earth science, ecology, genetics, geology, marine biology, marine science, molecular sciences, wildlife conservation, statistics and more.
Led by our award-winning researchers, inspirational leaders and expert academics, you’ll be immersed in the hands-on, practical side of natural and physical sciences with opportunities to use and control high precision instruments in our laboratories, on field trips and in real-world industry placements.
Your studies will involve the crucial technical skills in data analysis, visualisation, interpretation and technological skills – all of which are essential in growth industries such as science, technology, engineering and finance.
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Reasons to study Natural and Physical Sciences at UWA
- Gain practical work experience
We have 100+ units offering practical work experience where you'll gain hands-on industry-relevant experience and skills.
- Build strong industry, business and government connections
Get career-ready with our strong industry, business and government networks including Alcoa, BHP, CSIRO, Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (Kings Park and Perth Zoo), Fortescue, Rio Tinto, WA Museum, Woodside, and more.
- Access world-class facilities
You'll gain access to leading learning facilities including the Bayliss Building, Biomolecular Interactions Facility, The International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research, The Square Kilometre Array radio-telescope, and supercomputing facilities through The Pawsey Centre and iVEC@UWA.
- Learn from award-winning experts
Be guided by award-winning researchers, inspirational leaders and expert academics who are shaping the future of their fields.
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