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Department of Physics > Requirements

Physics Major
The minimum major requirement of nine physics courses must include 120, 121, 210, 230, 250, 310, 420, and 480, plus one additional course numbered above 200. Exceptions to this rule may be made by the department chairperson in special cases, such as a late decision to major in physics.

Physics majors must also take Mathematics 110, 111 and 210, which are prerequisites to required courses.

Students intending to pursue graduate studies or other careers in physics are advised to enroll in more than the nine courses required for the major. Tutorials may be undertaken in subjects not listed among the course offerings. Exposure to other sciences, especially Chemistry 110 and 111 and more advanced mathematics, especially Mathematics 214 and Computer Science 112, is strongly encouraged.

Physics Minor
The minor consists of 120, 121, 210, and 250 plus one additional course numbered above 200. Exceptions to this rule may be made by the department chairperson in special cases.

Physics minors must also take Mathematics 110, 111 and 210, which are prerequisites to required courses.