James Irvine
UTS has many enjoyable labs, good facilities and large freedom for electives.
What did you do before you started your course?
I came to university directly following my graduation from high school
What motivated you to study this degree/major?
I took incredible interest nuclear medicine while being treated for cancer, and this degree provided a chance to understand many of the principles behind the physics biology interface, which I both enjoy.
What do you enjoy most about your degree?
I had the opportunity to visit many workplaces in which my course was relevant, this was very insightful and interesting. Furthermore, the course is a balanced mix of biology and physics units which helps take the edge off some of the highly conceptual physics.
Why did you choose to study at UTS?
UTS has incredibly good access to transport, with a degree that was new and unique. UTS also offers good disability support when required.
What is it like to study at UTS Science?
There are many enjoyable labs, good facilities and large freedom for electives. The laboratories and tutorials are actively engaging and are some of the most enjoyable things about university.
What advice you would give to students studying this degree?
There will be stress, and it will always be quite intensive. But continuously attending all classes will make your life easier, and you'll also enjoy the semesters more.
What would you like to do once you complete your degree?
My foremost goal is to go into Honours at UTS. My aim is to then either work in a biomedical physics field such as radiology or go into research.
What other activities do you participate/do at uni?
I spend some time with the UTS quidditch club, which is an incredibly enjoyable past time.
