Why Major in Physics?
Wherever students desire to go in the sciences, the Chemistry and Physics department is dedicated to helping students get there.
The Department offers three programs in physics, including Biophysics and Engineering Physics, each offering a balanced presentation of theory and application. Each track has course offerings designed to allow students to best pursue their objectives. Our programs are designed to give students broad opportunities ranging from health-related careers to advanced studies in physics and engineering.
The variety of opportunities available for students in the chemistry and physics department are limitless. From learning with communities outside the classroom and undergraduate research directly with a faculty member to laboratory assistant jobs and service learning outreach programs with various middle and high school and youth organizations, opportunities abound for students seeking to gain experience and expertise.
What You'll Learn
- A balanced presentation of theory and application.
- Through hands-on learning and research, become a creative problem solver and prepare for careers in physics, engineering, acoustics, teaching, business, law and medicine.
- Research opportunities in biophysics, nanoscience, optics, acoustics, physical chemistry, material science, machine learning, science education, computational physics and more.
Career Possibilities
Scholarly teaching, research experiences and professional development prepare students to pursue future careers in many scientific areas including:
- Graduate School in Physics
- Medical School
- Teaching Physics at Secondary School Level
- Radiation Physics
- Employment in Various Technical Fields
- Equipment Representatives
Program Details
Curious about your coursework? View requirements for this degree in the course catalog.
Belmont Physics students can pursue a variety of experiences outside of the classroom, including study abroad, community outreach and student organizations. We encourage our students to start research and career development early and often! In addition to conducting research for academic credit, our students can apply for Belmont’s Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURFs) program as early as the summer following their first year. Our students have been accepted to competitive summer research programs and internships at universities and companies nation-wide. Many of our students have presented their research at regional, national and international physics conferences.
We understand that students may not have everything about their passions or future career figured out, and that’s okay! Belmont Physics students learn the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in technical careers, gain valuable experiences to grow both professionally and personally, and are valued for who they are as an individual.
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