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University of Wollongong (UOW)

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Bachelor of Science (Atmospheric Science)

  • Bachelor

Progress in atmospheric science relies heavily on the analysis of data produced by satellite-borne and other types of instruments designed by physicists. Atmospheric scientists need a broad scientific basis as well as experience in computing.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
757, 031274F
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
ATAR
78

About this course

Progress in atmospheric science relies heavily on the analysis of data produced by satellite-borne and other types of instruments designed by physicists. Atmospheric scientists need a broad scientific basis as well as experience in computing. With the growing field of climate science and increasing demand for tools and instruments to predict and monitor the environment, atmospheric scientists use their broad range of skills to contribute toward innovations in design and prototyping of instruments, and the analysis and interpretation of data.

Study locations

Wollongong

Career pathways

  • University Academic/Research Staff
  • R&D Industry Scientist
  • Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist
  • Diagnostic Imaging Medical Physicist
  • Science/ Physics/ Math/Technology High School Teacher
  • Defence Scientist
  • Patent Examiner
  • Experimental Scientist
  • Astrophysicist
  • Radiation Protection Officer
  • Atmospheric Scientist
  • Product Manager
  • Biomolecular Physicist
  • Beam Telecommunication Engineers
  • Materials Scientist
  • Computer Scientist
  • IT Consultant
  • Analyst
  • Professor
  • Executive Director
  • Chief Operating Officer

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Wollongong (UOW).
81.9%
Overall satisfaction
90%
Skill scale
67.9%
Teaching scale
57.9%
Employed full-time
$59.2k
Average salary