B.S. in Physics 48 months Undergraduate Programme By West Virginia University |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

Physics and AstronomyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Physics is the science that studies the farthest reaches of the universe and the smallest particles of matter. A physicist can map a galaxy, discover the pulsars created by the explosions of massive stars or harness the potential of lasers and light. Areas of Emphasis Applied Physics Astro/Space Physics Biophysics Computational Physics Materials Science Medical Physics The area of emphasis in computational physics is ideal for those who have a strong aptitude and interest in computers, mathematics and science. The program provides a strong foundation in scientific computing. It includes the best of a Physics degree: strong analytical skills, a broad knowledge of the physical sciences, and fundamental scientific problem-solving skills. These are integrated with the computer skills essential to scientific computing: programming in several languages, experience with different operation systems, data storage and numerical analysis, and the graphics to display complex results. Additional areas of emphasis include but are not limited to medical physics and astrophysics. Sample Course Schedules Wondering what your typical day might be like? We used students’ real course schedules to create these examples. Freshman Year PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology MATH 155 Calculus 1 CHEM 115 Fundamentals of Chemistry PHYS 199 Orientation to Physics WVUE 191 First Year Seminar Senior Year MATH 451 Introduction to Real Analysis 1 PHYS 451 Introductory Quantum Mechanics PHYS 321 Optics THET 101 Introduction to the Theatre COMM 100 Principles of Human Communication Careers Astronomer Data Analyst Design Engineer Government Healthcare Lab Analyst Laser Engineer Optical Engineer Research Systems Analyst

Programme overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Physics is the science that studies the farthest reaches of the universe and the smallest particles of matter. A physicist can map a galaxy, discover the pulsars created by the explosions of massive stars or harness the potential of lasers and light. Areas of Emphasis Applied Physics Astro/Space Physics Biophysics Computational Physics Materials Science Medical Physics The area of emphasis in computational physics is ideal for those who have a strong aptitude and interest in computers, mathematics and science. The program provides a strong foundation in scientific computing. It includes the best of a Physics degree: strong analytical skills, a broad knowledge of the physical sciences, and fundamental scientific problem-solving skills. These are integrated with the computer skills essential to scientific computing: programming in several languages, experience with different operation systems, data storage and numerical analysis, and the graphics to display complex results. Additional areas of emphasis include but are not limited to medical physics and astrophysics. Sample Course Schedules Wondering what your typical day might be like? We used students’ real course schedules to create these examples. Freshman Year PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology MATH 155 Calculus 1 CHEM 115 Fundamentals of Chemistry PHYS 199 Orientation to Physics WVUE 191 First Year Seminar Senior Year MATH 451 Introduction to Real Analysis 1 PHYS 451 Introductory Quantum Mechanics PHYS 321 Optics THET 101 Introduction to the Theatre COMM 100 Principles of Human Communication Careers Astronomer Data Analyst Design Engineer Government Healthcare Lab Analyst Laser Engineer Optical Engineer Research Systems Analyst

Admission Requirements

79+
6.5+
105+
53+
Applicants must have at least a 2.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale; meet English Proficiency or request conditional admission and complete an Intensive English Program (IEP) application. Other English Language Requirement accepted: TOEFL Computer-Based score of 173; TOEFL Paper-Based score of 500.

48 Months
Jan-2000

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