The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers a B.S. in Physics. We are currently developing tracks in Astronomy and Biophysics, and hope to offer them starting in 2017. We are currently in the process of phasing out our Applied Physics program in favor of a new Engineering Physics program (currently under development). We also offer a B.A. in Physics and minors in Physics and Astronomy. A typical four-year plan for our B.S. in Physics program, might look something like this.
The department is dedicated to high standards, hard work, and a quality product. The successful careers of our graduates are evidence that our physics majors get a great education. We offer high-quality courses and good opportunities for practical experience in research. Junior and Senior students become increasingly interested in their work and develop a mature professional attitude.
Many undergraduates participate in research. The department considers research to be important, not just for the work produced, but also in the development of faculty expertise that makes a difference in teaching and in the opportunities for education for the undergraduate students who participate. Undergraduate also benefit from the greater depth of courses extending into the graduate and research areas, and from the better use of faculty time resulting from employment of Graduate Teaching Assistants.