Mathematical Physics Specialisation

About the course

This undergraduate Mathematical Physics specialisation is a set of four units taken alongside an eligible Curtin degree to broaden and deepen capability in mathematically focused physics. It is designed to complement your main study plan and help tailor your degree toward quantitative physics and related analytical career goals. This is an undergraduate specialisation in Sciences. The programme develops scientific knowledge and analytical skills aligned with its qualification level and industry expectations.

Career outcome

Graduates who add this specialisation can strengthen pathways into quantitatively focused roles where physics and advanced mathematics intersect. Potential directions include research support, data and modelling work, scientific computing, and technical roles in physics-related industries or further study in physics, applied mathematics or engineering fields. This is an undergraduate specialisation in Sciences. Preparing graduates for science-related roles and further study pathways matched to the programme level.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)