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BS Applied Physics at University of Delaware

University of Delaware, United States

Programme overview

investigate and innovate SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Applied physics is about quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, computational and experimental methods. Students will also develop skills in classical mechanics, electrodynamics, optics, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics. Our students are using their skills to investigate and innovate!

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Department of Physics and Astronomy  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Newark, DE, United States

What you will study

Areas of study: Quantum Physics, Data Science, Computational Physics, Nanoelectronics, Chemical Physics, Photonics. Sample required courses: PHYS227 Fundamentals of Physics Laboratory I; PHYS169 Perspectives on Physics and Astronomy; CHEM103 General Chemistry; CHEM133 General Chemistry Laboratory I; MATH241 Analytic Geometry and Calculus A; UNIV101 First Year Experience.

Career pathways

Career options: Engineering, Medicine, Defense and Aerospace, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Science Policy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to the University of Delaware (and the major's college), not to the major itself. Applicants complete a high school diploma or equivalent; recommended preparation is 16 academic units: English 4, mathematics 3 (Algebra 1 or higher), science 3 (including 2 labs), history/social sciences 3, plus 3 academic electives. Standardized test scores are optional. Application uses the Common or Coalition application with an essay; up to two letters of recommendation are optional. Honors College applicants apply by the Nov. 1 early action deadline. Applies to the University; no separate programme-specific requirement is published on the major page.

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