Engineering Physics
You’ll develop the cultural awareness and critical thinking skills you need to analyze and produce a broad range of discourse in a full spectrum of careers — and to make a difference in whatever you do.
- 2 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Overview
Engineering Physics at Auckland Royal Academy bridges fundamental physical science and engineering application, producing graduates capable of working at the frontier of technology development. The programme combines rigorous training in classical and modern physics with engineering modules in electronics, instrumentation, materials, and control systems, preparing graduates for careers in research and development, advanced manufacturing, photonics, aerospace, and quantum technology.
Laboratory and project work forms a major component of the programme, with students designing experiments, building instrumentation, and solving engineering problems using both theoretical principles and practical skills. Research project opportunities with university physics and engineering groups, as well as industry-sponsored design projects, give students experience of the interdisciplinary nature of engineering physics in professional R&D environments.
Career Opportunities
Engineering Physics graduates work as research and development engineers, instrumentation specialists, photonics engineers, sensor system designers, and technical consultants in the defence, aerospace, medical device, telecommunications, and scientific instrument industries. Many continue to postgraduate research in quantum computing, photonics, nanotechnology, and advanced materials at leading universities in New Zealand and internationally.
Program Learning Outcomes
Apply quantum mechanics, electromagnetic theory, optics, and solid-state physics to analyse physical phenomena and design engineering systems that exploit fundamental physical principles.
Design and build experimental apparatus and measurement instrumentation, demonstrating proficiency in electronic systems, data acquisition, and signal processing relevant to scientific and industrial measurement applications.
Conduct and present original engineering physics research, applying rigorous experimental methodology, mathematical analysis, and scientific communication skills to contribute to knowledge at the intersection of physics and engineering technology.
Programme
| Semester 1 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Engineering Physics | 4 | ENGR 101 |
| Foundations & Theory | 4 | ENGR 110 |
| Research Methods | 3 | ENGR 120 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Engineering Physics I | 4 | ENGR 201 |
| Professional Practice | 3 | ENGR 210 |
| Industry Context NZ | 4 | ENGR 220 |
| Semester 3 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Engineering Physics II | 4 | ENGR 301 |
| Critical Perspectives | 3 | ENGR 310 |
| Ethics & Standards | 3 | ENGR 320 |
| Semester 4 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Engineering Physics | 4 | ENGR 401 |
| Specialisation Elective | 3 | ENGR 410 |
| Engineering Physics Capstone Project | 4 | ENGR 490 |
| Total for the entire period of study | 11 |
Contact us
3/60 Federal Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
How to Apply?
- You Apply
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- We Connect
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- You Get Ready
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