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The study of physics is an attempt to understand the physical universe in as fundamental a way as possible. As a physics major, you’ll examine the mathematical relationships that exist among the physical entities of the world, and, in particular, try to discover the general principles that govern the behavior of the macroscopic and microscopic universe.

Degrees

Students earning this degree must complete the total 120 credit-hour curriculum required to graduate from the School of Arts and Sciences. Some degree programs require additional credits.

  • PHYS 240: Sun and Earth: Concepts and Connections
  • PHYS 406: Modern Physics
  • PHYS 462: Space Weather Seminar

More information about this degree is available on the  or by request from our Admissions team.

Students earning this degree must complete the total 120 credit-hour curriculum required to graduate from the School of Arts and Sciences. Some degree programs require additional credits.

  • PHYS 240: Sun and Earth: Concepts and Connections
  • PHYS 406: Modern Physics
  • PHYS 462: Space Weather Seminar

More information about this degree is available on the  or by request from our Admissions team.

In the School of Arts and Sciences, a minor typically requires 6 courses or 18 credit hours of coursework.

  • PHYS 240: Sun and Earth: Concepts and Connections
  • PHYS 406: Modern Physics
  • PHYS 462: Space Weather Seminar

More information about this degree is available on the  or by request from our Admissions team.

Potential Careers

  • Solar Physicist
  • Materials Scientist
  • Laser Engineer