Physics with a concentration in Computational Physics, BSPHY

A Bachelor of Science in physics gives you the strong math, problem solving and analytical skills needed to study the structure and interaction of matter and energy — the way things work.

Degree requirements

Hours required and general/college requirements

A minimum of 120 semester hours, of which 42 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree as specified in the University Core Curriculum in the Academics section of this catalog and the College of Science degree requirements (excluding foreign language and natural and life sciences).

Required courses

Minimum of 49 hours in physics, including:

Course that may not count towards the degree

Computational physics concentration

To earn a concentration in computational physics, students must complete 3 courses of the following 4 courses. Physics courses chosen will count as upper level physics electives in the degree requirements. In addition, the topic of senior thesis and senior thesis capstone must be on computational physics.

Other course requirements

Minor requirements

Students seeking secondary teacher certification should see requirements listed under Physics/Mathematics teacher certification .

Electives

Hours required for electives may vary based on course selection and the University Core Curriculum requirements . Electives may be required to satisfy the advanced hour requirement (42) and/or the minimum total hours required for the degree. For specific information, see an academic advisor in the College of Science.

Other requirements

Substitutions in the BA or BS degree programs may be made only with the written consent of the department chair. A minimum grade point average of 2.5 in all advanced-level science and mathematics courses is required for graduation with a degree in physics.