COURSE CURRICULUM

The Physics BS degree is a highly rigorous and mathematics-intensive program designed for students who want deep scientific understanding, advanced analytical abilities, and strong preparation for research, technology, engineering, graduate school, or high-level technical careers. The 124-hour curriculum combines advanced physics, calculus, chemistry, computer science, and laboratory training to build expertise in both theoretical and applied physics. Students study major subjects such as mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, electronics, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and modern physics while also completing advanced mathematics courses including Calculus I-IV, differential equations, linear algebra, and partial differential equations. Laboratory experience is a major part of the program through electronics labs, optics labs, modern physics labs, and undergraduate research projects that strengthen practical scientific and experimental skills. The degree also requires chemistry and computer science courses, helping students develop computational, programming, and technical problem-solving abilities useful in modern scientific industries. Compared to business, humanities, or social science degrees, physics is significantly more challenging mathematically and requires strong dedication, logical thinking, and consistency in studying. However, it is also one of the most respected and flexible science degrees because physics graduates can move into many different career fields including engineering, artificial intelligence, data science, computational modeling, aerospace, defense, astronomy, geophysics, radiology, medical physics, oceanography, finance, quantitative analysis, and patent law. The program’s senior capstone requirement, Undergraduate Research, gives students direct experience with scientific investigation and research methods that are valuable for graduate school and research careers. Students interested in advanced technology, mathematics, scientific discovery, programming, engineering concepts, and complex problem solving are especially suited for this degree. Physics graduates are known for having exceptional analytical and quantitative abilities, making them highly competitive for technical careers, research positions, and advanced academic programs worldwide.