Program Overview

Degree in Physics

Introduction

The Degree in Physics is an undergraduate program that aims to provide a solid training based on physical phenomena and the laws and models that explain them. The program provides familiarity with the language of mathematics, the experimental method, sophisticated instrumentation, and computational methods. It also provides an introduction to various leading basic and applied research fields.

Program Details

• Knowledge branch: Sciences
• Field of study: Physics and astronomy
• Centre: Facultat de Física
• Degree code: 1105
• Credits: 240
  • Basic training: 60
  • Compulsory: 144
  • Elective: 30
  • Work Placement/Internship: 0
  • Final Project: 6
• Years: 4
• Places available: 57
• Classes: Face to face
• Language teaching: Spanish, Valencian
• First enrolment credit fee: 14.03
• First enrolment credit fee for non-EU and non-communicating students from abroad: 28.06
• Degree Academic Committee President (CAT): Enric Valor i Micó
• Degree Coordinator: Avelino Vicente Montesinos
• Work Placement/Internship Coordinator: Ana Cros Stötter
• International Coordinator: Óscar Vives García

Regulated Professions

The degree certificate qualifies for regulated professions within the technical and experimental sciences sector. The legislation acknowledges skills in a wide variety of work sectors.

Academic and Professional Interest

Physics is an experimental science that studies the natural world in terms of aspects related to energy and matter interactions. Practically every technology surrounding us in our everyday lives is governed by the principles of physics. The Degree in Physics ensures that degree holders are versatile professionals with the skills needed to resolve multidisciplinary problems in the scientific and technological fields.

Notable Features

• Theoretical subject areas include practical problem-solving classes in small groups of students.
• Laboratory work is a fundamental part of the degree, allowing students to become familiar with techniques used for measurement and analysis of data and with instrumentation.
• Computer and computational subject areas include practical sessions in computer rooms in small groups.
• Optional subject areas allow students to carry out external internships, which will allow them to get closer to the multiple professional fields within physics.