Program Overview

Program Overview

The Physics Department offers majors in physics, physics (astrophysics), and applied physics. Physics major students have an option to complete the Quantum Information Science concentration, while applied physics students are offered the Computational Physics concentration. These programs prepare students for graduate work in physics, astrophysics and astronomy, for engineering and other technical positions in industry, and for careers in education. With appropriate courses in other disciplines, these majors provide excellent preparation for advanced study in technical subjects such as biology, chemistry, engineering, geophysics, and the philosophy of science. The applied physics major is excellent preparation for positions in industry directly upon graduation.

Program Details

• Department: Physics
• Program Type: Major, Minor
• Area of Focus: Science & Math

Requirements

Please view the requirements for the major here. For transfers, please note that this is a screening major with additional requirements.

• First Year
• Transfer

Career Outcomes

• Physics and astronomy research
• Business and industry
• Computer hardware and software
• Education
• Engineering
• Professional schools
• Patent law

Program Description

For more information about the physics (astrophysics) program requirements, please see the program description in the General Catalog.

Research Areas

• Cosmology
• Stellar Physics
• Galactic Astronomy
• Observational Astronomy

Program Information

The Physics (Astrophysics) Program is located in the Interdisciplinary Sciences Building, Rm 211. Similar programs are available, and program keywords include cosmology, stellar physics, galactic astronomy, and observational astronomy.