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BS(Hons) Physics

Western Washington University, United States
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Course Overview

Physics is a branch of science that explores the basic principles that govern the physical world, including matter and energy, as well as their properties and interactions. Physics is often called the fundamental science because principles of physics are essential for the understanding of nearly all branches of the natural sciences. An undergraduate major in Physics provides a solid foundation upon which to build later work and study in physics, astronomy and engineering.

Why Consider a Physics Major?

A Bachelor’s degree in physics provides an excellent foundation in liberal arts and technology. The Physics BS degree can open a variety of doors for jobs in high tech industries, government labs, and as preparation for graduate school. Recent graduates have found positions in a variety of fields including engineering, software development, optoelectronics, failure analysis, and education, among many others. Many graduates have found the skills acquired in our degree program have prepared them for further academic studies in physics, astronomy, engineering, patent law, medical physics, medicine, and education, to name a few.

General Eligibility

Academic Requirements for freshman students:

The admission requirements for undergraduate courses are given as follows:

  • Completed application form

  • Academic Transcripts(certified english translations if necessary)

  • Relevant High school degree/Grade Report/Certificates

  • SAT or ACT Scores (Optional)

  • A cumulative GPA of 2.0

  • Personal Statement or essay

  • One letter of recommendation

  • List of extracurricular activities(if any)

  • Portfolio

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

❑ Choose either:

❑ Choose either:

    MATH 124 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I Credits: 5 and

    MATH 125 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II Credits: 5

or

    MATH 134 - Calculus I Honors Credits: 5 and

    MATH 135 - Calculus II Honors Credits: 5

or

    MATH 138 - Accelerated Calculus Credits: 5

❑  MATH 204 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 4

❑  MATH 224 - Multivariable Calculus and Geometry I Credits: 5

❑  MATH 304 - Linear Algebra Credits: 4

❑  MATH 331 - Ordinary Differential Equations Credits: 4

❑  PHYS 161 - Physics with Calculus I Credits: 5

❑  PHYS 162 - Physics with Calculus II Credits: 5

❑  PHYS 163 - Physics with Calculus III Credits: 5

❑  PHYS 220 - Physics with Calculus IV Credits: 4

❑  PHYS 224 - Modern Physics I Credits: 3

❑  PHYS 225 - Modern Physics II Credits: 3

❑  PHYS 322 - Fundamentals of Electronics Credits: 4

❑  PHYS 326 - Tools and Data Analysis Credits: 3

❑  PHYS 335 - Statistical and Thermal Physics Credits: 4

❑  PHYS 339 - Optics Credits: 3

many more ....

❑ Two courses selected from:

PHYS 391 - Junior Lab Credits: 3 (as a repeated course)

PHYS 444 - Special Topics in Physics Credits: 3-5 (may be taken twice for credit toward the major)

PHYS 476 - Physics of Solids and Materials II Credits: 3

ASTR 315 - The Solar System Credits: 3

ASTR 316 - Stars and Galaxies Credits: 3

ASTR 320 - Cosmology Credits: 3

ASTR 416 - Astrophysics Credits: 3

PHYS 344 - Relativity Credits: 3

PHYS 345 - Quantum Computing Credits: 3

or other courses under advisement

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

Minimun IELTS Score 6.5 overall.

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