Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
We equip students with the analytical, forecasting 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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All-female team from India wins the Grand Challenge
Announcing the winners of the third round of the Technology Infusion Grand Challenge Competition
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Celebrating research excellence
La Trobe has recognised the outstanding contribution of its researchers at the annual Staff Awards Ceremony
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Using equations to understand rainfall soil behaviour
A collaborative effort between mathematicians from La Trobe University and Kyushu University is examining soil water transport.