Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
We equip our students with the analytical, problem solving and modelling skills they need to succeed in today's information age.
Our student experience rests on great teaching, a high level of support and industry-based programs.
World-leading research
We’re ranked 'well above world standard' for our research in physical sciences.
Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018
Well respected
Our mathematicians and physicists make a difference to health and science.
Award-winning lecturers
Dr Amanda Shaker and Dr Deborah Jackson are recipients of the Australian Awards for University Teaching.
Source: Universities Australia
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News
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Celebrating women in science, computing, engineering and maths
The ‘Women in SCEMS’ group are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the sector
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La Trobe #1 in Victoria in employment rankings
La Trobe leads employment rankings in Victoria
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FARLabs goes to Japan
La Trobe recently took its FARLabs program to Japan, with Australian and Japanese students joining forces to learn about survival on the moon