Physics
Our Physics programs let you explore the fundamental principles that govern our universe.
Pursue a versatile major
ONE FIELD. COUNTLESS POSSIBILITIES.
Our programs in Physics and Biophysics offer versatile majors that offer preparation for careers and further study in a wide variety of fields. As you build models, develop experimental skills, and master the tools of your major, you’ll gain valuable insights that you can bring wherever you go.
Physics and Biophysics Career Fields
- Industrial and academic research
- Engineering
- Finance
- Law
- Medicine
- Mathematics
Our Physics Degrees
DISCOVER
Our Physics programs offer insight into the rules of our universe on scales from the subatomic to the cosmic. In a Physics program, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to model physical systems, test those models with experiments, and communicate your results to a wide audience.
The Biophysics Major
BIOPHYSICS AT THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCES
In our Biophysics program, you’ll bring insights from physics to biology, building models that describe the behavior of biological systems from the smallest molecules to the largest populations.
This major provides a robust foundation in the theoretical and practical skills you’ll need to succeed in a Ph.D. program in physics or biophysics. The biological insights you’ll gain from this major also makes it a strong choice for those planning to go into health fields.
The Physics Major
PHYSICS AT THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCES
Our Physics major is designed to equip you with the analytical and experimental skills you need to describe and understand the physical systems that surround us.
The analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills you’ll learn in the Physics major provide a strong basis for graduate study in physics, and are broadly applicable in a range of fields. Along with further academic work, physics alumni from the Department of Natural Sciences have gone on to careers in diverse fields such as engineering, law, and medicine.
Research opportunities
EXPLORE
From summer internships to ongoing research labs, the Department of Natural Sciences offers a variety of opportunities to make meaningful contributions to your field through research.
- For-credit academic year research
- Independent studies
- Summer research
- Intern and volunteer opportunities
- Senior theses
Recent Physics News
NEWS
Discover the latest news and updates from our physics students, faculty, and alumni.
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