Physics Undergraduate Programs - Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences

Physics Undergraduate Programs

The Department of Physics & Engineering Physics offers the traditional BS and BA undergraduate physics majors as well as a combined Bachelor/Master of Science in Physics. These programs are structured such that students who complete the undergraduate program in physics will: 1) Be equipped to successfully enter and complete programs of graduate study in physics, 2) Function as productive, qualified scientific professionals, and 3) Demonstrate awareness of their responsibility to contribute to society as ethical, socially conscious practitioners of their profession.

Bachelor of Arts degree program prescribes a thorough introduction to the core fundamentals of physics while retaining the flexibility to engage in a broad offering of arts and sciences courses. This degree plan is especially suitable for students who plan to apply their physics knowledge and abilities towards careers in education or health care.

Bachelor of Science degree offers students a strong foundation in physics and mathematics in preparation for technical or scientific careers. More rigorous courses than the B.A. degree, the curriculum has been designed to allow students in their junior and senior years to focus on specific fields of physics. Participation in a minimum of two semesters of research, culminating in a senior thesis, is required. Additional research involvement is strongly encouraged (but not required). Graduates are qualified to work as physicists and may also pursue graduate degrees in physics or related science and engineering fields. Other options include professional degrees in medicine or engineering as well as technical careers in the science and engineering fields.

  • Program Learning Outcomes

    Bachelor of Science or Art in Physics

    1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in the fundamental and applied sciences;
    2. An ability to apply scientific knowledge to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors;
    3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences both technical and non-technical;
    4. An ability to recognize ethical responsibilities in scientific situations and make informed and defensible judgments to advance scientific knowledge;
    5. An ability to function effectively on a team;
    6. Conduct scientific research; and
    7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies
  • Degree Options

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    Especially suitable for students who plan to apply their physics knowledge and abilities towards careers in education or health care.

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    Provides a strong foundation in physics and mathematics in preparation for technical or scientific careers.

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    Students majoring in other fields interested in learning more about the physics discipline are encouraged to earn a minor in physics.



  • Typical Four-Year Schedule
    YEAR 1 – FALL SEMESTER SH CH YEAR 1 – SPRING SEMESTER SH CH YEAR 1 – SUMMER SH CH
    DNP 9003 Foundations for Practice 3 DNP 8053 Biostatistics 3 DNP 8043 Translational Research 3
    DNP 9013 Health Care Policy 3 DNP 9053 Inter-Professional Collaboration 3 DNP 9023 Healthcare Informatics 3
    DNP 9043 Organizational Leadership & Quality Improvement 3
    Total Semester/Clinical Hours 9 Total Semester/Clinical Hours 6 Total Semester/Clinical Hours 6
    YEAR 2 – FALL SEMESTER SH CH YEAR 2 – SPRING SEMESTER SH CH YEAR 2 – SUMMER SH CH
    DNP 9071 DNP Project Proposal 1 DNP 9072 DNP Project Design 2 DNP 9063 Epidemiology 3
    DNP 9403 APRN Scholarship Practicum 3 250 DNP 9413 APRN Leadership Practicum 3 250 DNP 9082 DNP Project Implementation 2
    Total Semester/Clinical Hours 4 250 Total Semester/Clinical Hours 5 250 Total Semester/Clinical Hours 9
    DESCRIPTION
    SH= Semester Hours
    CH= Clinical Hours
    Total Semester Hours: 35
    Total Clinical Hours: 500

    *Selected from electromagnetic waves & optics, solid state physics, photenics or astrophysics

  • Professional Opportunities
    • Physicists
    • Physics teacher (primary or secondary)
    • Research engineer