Program Overview

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Major program tracks in the Department of Physics & Astronomy include:

  1. Physics with a concentration in Applied Physics (B.S.) as well as Physics (B.A.)
  2. Pre-engineering 

Along with the basic requirements for our degree options, students have the opportunity to select emphasis areas from the topics listed below (check the emphasis options link for a full list).

  • Astronomy
  • Automation & Instrumentation
  • Interdisciplinary Science: Chemistry Focus 
  • Interdisciplinary Science: Computer Science Focus 
  • Interdisciplinary Science: Geology Focus 
  • Interdisciplinary Science: Mathematics Focus 
  • Interdisciplinary Science: Statistics Focus 
  • Interdisciplinary Science: Medical Physics Focus 
  • Interdisciplinary Science: Biology Focus 
  • Physics

Detailed descriptions of the courses offered by the department are available in the course catalog. You may also check the academic calendar to learn about this year's schedule.