University of Arizona

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science in Physics

The Bachelor of Science in Physics in Physics is offered by University of Arizona.

Program Length: 8 SEMESTERS.

Subjects: 41.

The objective of physics is to discover the basic components of matter and the nature of the physical world, and to formulate a mathematical description of the laws that govern their behavior.

Physics encompasses concepts applied to problems in geology, biology, chemistry, and other disciplines. A teaching major is also offered, leading to certification to teach in Arizona public schools. A new BA option is designed for students who want to pursue careers in other fields. It allows students to double-major in physics and an unrelated field.

The knowledge of thermodynamics, optics, mechanics, magnetism, and other topics in physics, as well as advanced mathematics, research methods, and analysis skills gained from a Bachelor of Science in Physics forms a valuable career foundation.

POTENTIAL CAREER AREAS
  • Hydrology
  • Astronomy
  • Electronics production
  • Research
  • Consulting
  • Primary and secondary science education
  • Postsecondary education
  • Industrial design
SAMPLE EMPLOYERS
  • Aerospace firms
  • Auto industry
  • Energy companies
  • Consulting firms
  • Engineering firms
  • Government
  • Research agencies
  • Self-employment (consulting)
  • Colleges and universities
  • Schools
  • Mining

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

1st Semester
  • MATH 122A
  • MATH 122B
  • CHEM 151
  • ENGL 101 First Year Composition
  • Tier I General Education
  • Tier I General Education
2nd Semester
  • PHYS 161H Honors Introductory Mechanics
  • MATH 129 Calculus II
  • ENGL 102 First Year Composition
  • Tier I General Education
  • Tier I General Education
3rd Semester
  • PHYS 162H Honors Introductory Optics and Thermodynamics
  • MATH 223 Vector Calculus
  • MATH 254 Intro to Ordinary Differential Equations
  • Tier II General Education
  • PHYS 105A Introduction to Scientific Computing
4th Semester
  • PHYS 261H Honors Introductory Electricity and Magnetism
  • PHYS 263H Honors Introductory Relativity and Quantum Physics
  • PHYS 204 Mathematical Techniques in Physics
  • Tier II General Education
  • Elective
5th Semester
  • PHYS 305 Computational Physics
  • PHYS 321 Theoretical Mechanics I
  • PHYS 331 Electricity and Magnetism I
  • Tier II General Education
  • Elective
6th Semester
  • PHYS 332 Electricity and Magnetism II
  • PHYS 381 Methods in Experimental Physics I
  • PHYS 371 Quantum Theory I
  • Elective
  • Elective
7th Semester
  • PHYS 472 Quantum Theory II
  • PHYS 426 Thermal Physics
  • PHYS 382 Methods of Experimental Physics II
  • PHYS research
  • Elective
8th Semester
  • PHYS Elective
  • PHYS Elective
  • Elective
  • Elective
  • Elective




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