Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics

University of Arizona

Take an interdisciplinary, application-based approach to physics to equip yourself for a career solving real-world problems. The Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics is an interdisciplinary program that combines a broad interest in physics with practical career skills, networking opportunities and experience that equips students for real-world problem-solving. In addition to broad study of physics, students take technical elective courses in the areas of science, engineering, math or programming, along with courses in data, statistics or monitoring and communications. Students are required to complete an Engineering Senior Design Project. Alternatively, interdisciplinary design or internship experience can be considered on a case-by-case basis. The B.S. in Applied Physics serves as a launchpad for careers in the private sector or for advanced study in applications such as engineering and medicine.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Communication; Ability to communicate experimental results and to present engineering design solutions in written and oral form.

Core Physics Knowledge; Core knowledge that form the basis of classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, optics and thermodynamics

Experiment Design; Design, conduct, and analyze experiments to optimize engineering Research & Development and to investigate underlying physical phenomena.

Mathematical/Computation Skills; Proficiency in using mathematical or computational skills to investigate physical phenomena or to optimize solutions to technological problems

Multidisciplinary; Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams to address technological problems arising in academic, government or private sectors

CAREER FIELDS

Engineering

Data science

Public policy

Medicine