Mar 29, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Physics Major, BS – Astronomy Concentration


The physics major consists of 41 hours. Students who wish to apply physics to other career goals such as chemistry, mathematics, education, law, medicine, or journalism should consult with the department curriculum chair about appropriate alternate courses.

College Requirements


Arts and Sciences  

Astronomy Concentration (14 hours)


Students planning graduate work in astronomy should take the following courses.

Honors Concentration – Physics Major


Students who complete all requirements for the academic, applied, or astronomy concentrations will be awarded a degree with honors if their cumulative GPA is at least 3.25, their GPA in 300- and 400-level mathematics and physics courses is at least 3.5, they complete a minimum of 12 hours in honors courses, and they complete a written senior thesis reporting results of research conducted under faculty supervision and defended before a committee of three physics faculty members. A minimum of 3 credit hours of the following is required.