物理(BA)

的 University offers a bachelor of arts (BA) in physics. This 程序 is designed for students who wish to pursue secondary 教学 opportunities, enroll in a professional 程序s in the medical or health sciences, or combine an interest in physics with a major or minor in another discipline.

• Coursework in the major includes a core curriculum that provides a strong foundation in physical science 和 problem-solving skills.
• A central feature of the 程序 is the opportunity to work closely with faculty to build a strong foundation in scientific principles 和 techniques. Each student's experience includes opportunities for 研究 in modern laboratories in a supportive, 鼓励, 和 challenging environment with accessible faculty members 和 personal mentoring.
• 的 程序 offers an innovative sophomore sequence in modern physics. 学生 are introduced to topics such as special relativity, 量子力学, 激光, 超导体, 核物理, 和 atomic physics during their second year. 的 laboratory component provides h和s-on experience with the instruments 和 software used in industrial 和 academic 研究 facilities.
• Results of student 研究 projects are published in journals 和 featured at scientific conferences. This practical 研究 experience is essential preparation for professional or advanced academic work. 学生 may receive course credits or be employed as 研究 assistants. Summer fellowships are also available.
• A number of activities 和 organizations are available that enable students to interact with other students 和 professionals in the industry, including the University's chapter of the Society of Physics 学生—和 Sigma Pi Sigma, the physics honor society.

Note: In addition to the bachelor of arts (BA) in physics, the University offers a bachelor of science (BS) in physics.