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Academics - Undergraduate Program
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The Undergraduate Program in Physics
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Physics is the human quest to explore and discover the basic principles and laws that govern the natural world.
Most physics students have an inate curiousity about nature, and they heavily utilize mathematics to describe nature. To serve a variety of career objectives and interests, the physics department offers five tracks leading to a baccalaureate degrees: |
Undergraduates in Physics Lab
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- Track A: Preparation to work as a physicist in corporate or governmental research and development activities and/or entering a graduate program for further studies in physics disciplines.
- Track B: Preparation for pursuing careers in which a strong foundation in physics is essential, such as: engineering, advanced computing, mathematics, communications, optical systems, laser development, pre-medical and pre-law studies.
- Track C: Secondary School Education. The Physics education program track prepares students for careers teaching Physics in secondary schools. This professional program includes a combined 33 hours of education courses and student teaching experiences that leads to certification for a state-approved teaching license. The employment prospect for this field are excellent. Science teachers are always in short supply.
- Track D: Is a five year, dual degree program in Physics and Electrical Engineering. Students will receive a B.S. and B.S.E.E upon graduation. Track D provides the highest level of preparation for both graduate school and positions in industry.
- Track E: Is a five-year Bachelor of Science in Physics and Master of Business Administration dual degree program. After students have satisfactorily completed their undergraduate requirements, they complete 30 credit hours in the MBA program.
- Click Here for Curriculum Sheets
We now offer a Certificate of Career Experience in Physics
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Minor Degree Program:
To earn a minor in physics, a student must have a minimum GPA of 2.00 in all courses taken toward the minor, and a minimum of six hours must be taken in residency. A student must satisfactorily complete:
- PHYS 231N, 232N, 319U, and 320
- Plus...Six additional credits of 300/400 level physics (PHYS) courses.
Any substitutions must be approved in writing by the chair of the Department of Physics. |
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For info on the Physics Program or for Advising Questions:
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For info on Recruitment and Financial Aid for Physics Majors: |
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Chief Departmental Advisor
Dr. Charles Hyde
(757) 683-5853
chyde@odu.edu |
Undergraduate Recruitment Director
Dr. Desmond Cook
(757) 683-4695
desmondcook@odu.edu |
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