Department of Physics

Welcome to the Department of Physics

The objective of our department is to increase the understanding and application of physics in New Zealand through education and research, with the full engagement of the public and the community. We seek to educate, apply and disseminate the knowledge of physics.

News

An excellent teacher 6 May 2013

Associate Professor Cather Simpson, who holds co-appointments in the School of Chemical Sciences and Department of Physics, received a 2012 Sustained Excellence in Teaching Award at the Science Faculty graduation ceremony today. >>

New technique to discover Earth-like planets 4 April 2013

Researchers at The University of Auckland have proposed a new method for finding Earth-like planets and they anticipate that the number will be in the order of 100 billion. >>

Events

Postgraduate Fair

30 May 2013 6pm- 8pm

Visit the Postgraduate Fair to meet our postgraduate advisers and learn about the study options available in your area of specialisation. >>

Futures Evening

10 July 2013 4.30pm- 8.30pm

We invite year 12 and year 13 students from around the North Island to join us in an exploration of science-based careers. >>

Innovation, Technology and Science Careers Fair

1 August 2013 10am- 3pm

The Innovation, Technology and Science Careers Fair is a great way to network with potential employers and find out about internships, graduate programmes and job vacancies they are offering. >>

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