Students
Tuition Fee
Not Available
Start Date
Not Available
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
8 semesters
Details
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Mathematics | Physics
Area of study
Mathematics and Statistics | Natural Science
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview


Introduction to the Licenciatura en Ciencias con mención en Física Program

The Licenciatura en Ciencias con mención en Física program is offered by the Facultad de Ciencias at the Universidad de Chile. This program aims to form graduates who are well-equipped for scientific research and university teaching.


Program Description and Objectives

The program is designed to provide students with a modern and solid foundation in mathematics, enabling them to understand and utilize physical models that describe natural phenomena. The curriculum combines theoretical, experimental, and computational studies to prepare students for careers in research, academia, and industry.


Academic Degree and Duration

The program leads to the degree of Licenciado/a en Ciencias con mención en Física and has a duration of 8 semestres académicos, with a semiflexible curriculum.


Admission Requirements

The admission process for the program involves the following requirements:


  • Notas de Enseńanza Media: 10%
  • Ránking de Notas: 20%
  • Prueba PAES de Competencia Lectora: 20%
  • Prueba PAES de Competencia Matemática 1: 20%
  • Prueba PAES de Competencia Matemática 2: 20%
  • Prueba PAES de Ciencias: 10%

Special Admission Processes

The program also offers special admission processes, including:


  • Vacantes BEA (3)
  • Vacantes SIPEE (1)
  • Vacantes PACE (2)
  • Vacantes Ed. Media en el Extranjero (3)
  • Vacantes para Deportistas Destacados/as (2)
  • Vacantes para Est. de Pueblos Indígenas (3)
  • Vacantes para Est. Sit. de Discapacidad (2)
  • Vacantes Cupos Explora-UNESCO (1)
  • Vacantes Más Mujeres Científicas (+MC) (5)

Plan of Studies

The plan of studies for the program is divided into four years, with the following courses:


First Year

First Semester

  • ÁLGEBRA Y GEOMETRÍA I
  • CÁLCULO I
  • MECÁNICA I
  • INTRODUCCIÓN A LAS CIENCIAS

Second Semester

  • ÁLGEBRA Y GEOMETRÍA II
  • CÁLCULO II
  • MECÁNICA II
  • MÉTODOS EXPERIMENTALES I

Second Year

Third Semester

  • ÁLGEBRA LINEAL
  • CÁLCULO EN VARIAS VARIABLES
  • ELECTROMAGNETISMO
  • MÉTODOS EXPERIMENTALES II

Fourth Semester

  • ECUACIONES DIFERENCIALES
  • COMPUTACIÓN Y PROGRAMACIÓN
  • TERMODINÁMICA
  • MÉTODOS EXPERIMENTALES III
  • CURSO DE FORMACIÓN GENERAL I

Third Year

Fifth Semester

  • PROGRAMACIÓN Y MÉTODOS NUMÉRICOS
  • MÉTODOS DE LA FÍSICA MATEMÁTICA I
  • ÓPTICA
  • MÉTODOS EXPERIMENTALES IV
  • INGLÉS CIENTÍFICO I

Sixth Semester

  • MÉTODOS DE LA FÍSICA MATEMÁTICA II
  • MECÁNICA ANALÍTICA
  • FÍSICA CONTEMPORÁNEA I
  • MÉTODOS EXPERIMENTALES V
  • INGLÉS CIENTÍFICO II

Fourth Year

Seventh Semester

  • ELECTRODINÁMICA
  • MECÁNICA CUÁNTICA I
  • FÍSICA CONTEMPORÁNEA II
  • FÍSICA EXPERIMENTAL
  • CURSO FORMACIÓN GENERAL II

Eighth Semester

  • MECÁNICA CUÁNTICA II
  • MECÁNICA ESTADÍSTICA
  • PROYECTO DE INVESTIGACIÓN
  • ELECTIVO DE ESPECIALIDAD I
  • ELECTIVO DE ESPECIALIDAD II

Profile of Graduates

The Licenciado/a en Ciencias con mención en Física is a graduate who possesses a solid foundation in the systematic and scientific study of natural phenomena, utilizing mathematics as a language. They are capable of combining theoretical, experimental, and computational studies to comprehend and utilize physical models that describe these phenomena. Graduates are prepared for careers in research, academia, and industry, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.


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