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This is a required course for all Engineering Programmes as well as Physics and Astronomy degrees. PHYS101 builds on NCEA level 3 physics to develop Mechanics, Conservation Laws, Fluids, Waves, Thermal Physics, and Electromagnetism into an essential foundation for science and technology understanding.
NOTE: PHYS101 is ONLY available in summer to students who have previously attempted the course and have PASSED the laboratory section. Please check with clifford.franklin@canterbury.ac.nz.
1) a) PHYS111 or NCEA 14 credits (18 credits strongly recommended) at level 3 Physics, and b) MATH101 or 14 Credits (18 credits strongly recommended) at level 3 Mathematics (including the standards 'Apply differentiation methods in solving problems (91578)' and 'Apply integration methods in solving problems(91579)), or2) Cambridge: D at A level or an A at AS level in both Physics and Mathematics, or3) IB: 4 at HL or 6 at SL in both Physics and Mathematics, or4) a) TRNS008 with a B+ or better grade, and b) TRNS017, or5) approval of the Head of Department based on alternative prior learning.
PHYS113, PHYS112
PHYS113
Adrian McDonald
NOTE: PHYS101 is ONLY available in summer to students who have previously attempted the course and have PASSED the laboratory section." Please check with clifford.franklin@canterbury.ac.nz.
Course information and content (PDF 2808KB)
Domestic fee $978.00
International fee $4,988.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Physical & Chemical Sciences .