Prospective Postgraduate Students

The School of Chemistry & Physics (C&P) is the pathway of choice for many Honours students wishing to further their research education. We provide a safe, intellectually challenging environment, and have a vibrant and diverse group of postgraduate students who come from around Australia and the world to learn from and work with our renowned academic staff.

To embark on your postgraduate studies in C&P you should first discuss possible research topics in consultation with your nominated supervisor(s).  To locate a potential supervisor please follow the steps outlined in "Where to Start".

We welcome your enquiries about what we have to offer you in a research qualification.

Research Qualification

Pursuing a research qualification allows a post graduate student to participate in innovative research projects in all areas of Chemistry and Physics.

Postgraduate study by Coursework

The School also offers Postgraduate coursework studies towards the degree of Master of Science (Physics), in the areas of:

• Applied Physics
• Atmospheric Physics
• Astrophysics
• Optics & Lasers
• Theoretical Physics

Where to Start

Step 1

Browse through the Discipline pages on this site to get an idea of the research areas covered in our disciplines.

• Chemistry
• Physics

Step 2

Contact the staff member(s) working in research areas of interest to you.  Let these staff know you are interested in undertaking postgraduate work with them. They can provide detailed information about projects on offer and other important information.

Step 3

Apply to the University for enrolment.

If you are an Australian student:
Obtain a copy of the University Postgraduate Prospectus. This Adobe Pdf document provides important information about applying to the University to enrol in Postgraduate programs. Information about Postgraduate Scholarships can be obtained from the Postgraduate Scholarships website.

If you are an International student:
Please visit the Adelaide University International Programs Website. This resource provides information about Adelaide, the University, Application procedures, Scholarships available to International Students, University Contacts and Overseas representatives, as well as other information.

NOTE: the deadlines for Enrolment and scholarship applications usually must be submitted to the University by 31 August (international students) and 30 September (Australian residents) of the year preceding the proposed year of commencement. Make sure to verify due dates with the enrolment office to avoid any confusion.

For Additional Information Online

• Postgraduate Students at the University of Adelaide
• Research Programs
• Postgraduate Courses
• Postgraduate Course Work programs
• Adelaide Graduate Centre
• Adelaide University Postgraduate Students’ Association (AUPGSA)

For Enquiries about Postgraduate Study please contact:

or

Student Services, School of Chemistry & Physics
The University of Adelaide
AUSTRALIA 5005
Phone: +61 8 8303 5504
Fax: +61 8 8303 4347
email: dallas.kirby@adelaide.edu.au