Georgia Institute of Technology College of Sciences 4 courses 11 total credits
The School of Physics offers three undergraduate degrees, the Bachelor of Science in Physics, the Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics and the Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics. The basis of the Bachelor of Science in Physics degree is the traditional preparation of a student for graduate study in physics. The undergraduate physics degree is broad based with an initial emphasis on core topics such as classical and quantum mechanics, thermal physics, and electromagnetism. This is followed by a range of more specialized courses including atomic, solid state, optical, nuclear and particle physics; biophysics, astrophysics, computational physics and relativity. Students should contact their academic advisor for assistance in planning programs of study with emphasis directed toward a particular objective. Since some students who earn a degree in physics have transferred from other disciplines, the School has planned its degree programs to enable most students to transfer into physics with little or no loss of credit. Undergraduate research is a cornerstone of the Physics experience at Georgia Tech with approximately 80% of our majors completing at least one semester of undergraduate research before graduation. Students are encouraged to get involved in research from their very first year, working alongside leading faculty on cutting-edge projects. These experiences can lead to authorship on published research papers and opportunities to present findings at national and international conferences. Undergraduate research can be taken for academic credit, and paid research positions are also available, providing valuable experience and professional development. Students with at least 3 semesters of undergraduate research are eligible for the Research Option designation.
| Total Credits | 11 credits |
Research Option in Physics
Research Thesis
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4698 or PHYS 4699 | Undergraduate Research Assistantship or Undergraduate Research | 9 |
| LMC 4701 | Undergraduate Research Proposal Writing | 1 |
| LMC 4702 | Undergraduate Research Thesis Writing | 1 |
| Total Research Option in Physics | 11 credits | |
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