Physics & Astronomy

College of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Course Offerings Fall 2024-Spring 2026

Undergraduate Degree Programs

B.S. in Physics

This degree program traditionally prepares students for graduate school or a career in physics or a related field in the physical sciences.

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B.A. in Physics

This degree program provides a pathway for more students to major in physics, as a second major to physical chemistry, mathematics, and engineering, for example.

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B.S. in Astronomy & Astrophysics

Students wishing to pursue careers related to astronomy/astrophysics should complete a B.S. in Astronomy.

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B.A. in Physics & Physics Education (Concurrent Major)

Students wishing to teach physics at the secondary level can opt for a concurrent degree in both physics and physics education.

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Minor Programs

Astronomy Minor

Physics Minor

Quantum Information Science & Engineering (QISE)

Program Goals:

The undergraduate program exists to produce well-trained scientists who are competitive for jobs in the technical sector and for admission to graduate study.

Outcome 1 : Conceptual and analytical understanding of the 4 major areas of physics: Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, Quantum Mechanics, and Statistical Physics

Outcome 2. Understanding of scientific reasoning, i.e., the roles of theory, hypothesis, and experiment in the scientific method.

Outcome 3: Demonstration of a working knowledge of laboratory & programming skills as they relate to gathering data and comparing data to the predictions of theoretical models.

Outcome 4: Ability to clearly communicate the results of scientific analysis in written and oral form.