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Physics

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Physics studies matter and the fundamental constituents of the universe. Undergraduate research opportunities are offered in areas like particle and nuclear physics, condensed matter physics, astrophysics, quantum information science, and biological physics.

Major

Physics

options

The options are for the B.A. in Physics degree only.

  • Physics Education (PHYE) 
  • Pre-Health (PREH) 
  • Pre-Law (PRLW)

Career paths

  • Federal, state, and local government agencies and contractors from the CIA to the Department of Agriculture
  • International organizations such as the United Nations (UN), European Union (EU), World Bank, World Trade Organization (WTO), and Red Cross.
  • Medical care and research
  • Legal firms
  • Engineering
  • Data and Analytical firms
  • Banking and Financial Institutions
  • Patent lawyer

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