PHYS1003 Physics 1 (Technological) (University of Sydney): rated 3.7/5 overall across 18 reviews collected on USYD Wall.
PHYS1003 is a University of Sydney course taught by the Faculty of Science in Physics Academic Operations. This page brings together its handbook details and what USYD students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 物理1（技术）
Type: Undergraduate
Credit points: 6
Subject area: Physics Academic Operations
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Level: Undergraduate Level 1
Handbook year: 2026
Physics is the study of matter and energy and how they interact. It underpins all other sciences, and is the foundation of all engineering and technology.
PHYS1003 has 18 scored reviews: overall 3.7/5 · usefulness 2.3 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 3 StudentVIP reviews (average 2.3 stars); 15 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 4.0/5).
On Reddit: "I did PHYS1003 in 2016 and got a distinction for it. I personally didn't find the lectures to be filled with fluff though. You'll find it useful to read the textbook because it helps a lot. It also expands on the stuff that is seen in lectures. Please go to all of your tutorials…"
On Reddit: "You should take math classes as they’re needed for physics, especially math 1A. When I did phys1003 I didn’t have a physics background either. It’s a little bit of a learning curve, but if you put in the effort it’s very doable. There isn’t much of a reason for you to take 2 mat…"
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Q: Is PHYS1003 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 18 reviews: usefulness 2.3/5, overall 3.7/5.
Q: Which faculty teaches PHYS1003, and when is it offered?
A: PHYS1003 is taught by the Faculty of Science. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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