Bachelor of Science in Physics - Concentration in Applied Physics
Southeastern Louisiana University - College of Science and Technology
Key Information
Campus location
Hammond, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 4,445 / per semester *
Application deadline
15 Jul 2024
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
* Note: An out-of-state Fee of USD6,238.80 may apply, however, there are many conditions that will allow for a waiver of this fee, as well as Scholarships in addition to this Fee Waiver. Please see the Admissions section below.
Introduction
The notion that all matter from subatomic particles to galactic clusters obeys a small set of principles that can be modeled mathematically is the fundamental premise of physics. The degree program in physics offers comprehensive training in all four major fields of physics: mechanics, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics. When combined with the numerous opportunities for undergraduate research in physics, the degree program produces students who are well-prepared for a career in industry or for graduate study in physics or engineering.
Program Highlights
- Faculty maintain modern and active research laboratories where students can gain hands-on experience in laboratory research
- Students often obtain grants to present their research work at meetings across the country, gaining exposure to and recognition from the scientific community
- Most graduates earn advanced degrees in engineering or physics
Curriculum
First Year
First Semester
- Chemistry 121
- Chemistry Lab 123
- English 101
- Math 200
- Computer Science 161
- Physics 130
- Southeastern 101
Second Semester
- Chemistry 122
- Chemistry Lab 124
- English 102
- Math 201
- Physics 221
- Physics Lab 223
Second Year
First Semester
- Physics 222
- Physics Lab 224
- Computer Science 280
- Math 312
- English 230, 231, or 232
- History Elective
Second Semester
- Physics Electives
- Communication 211
Third Year
First Semester
- Physics Electives
- Math 350
- Social Science
Second Semester
- Physics Electives
- Elective
- Biological Science
- Social Science
Fourth Year
First Semester
- Application Electives
- Arts Elective
- Electives
Second Semester
- Application Electives
- Electives
Total semester hours required 120
Career Opportunities
Types of Jobs
- Computer science
- Data analysis and modeling
- Education
- Engineering
- Research and development
Types of Employers
- Academia
- Business
- Industry
- Research laboratories