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Physics
Major and Minor
Physics is the science that seeks to understand
the material universe at its most fundamental levels. It is the discipline that deals
with the nature of space and time, matter and energy, simplicity and complexity. The
laws of physics, which are expressed through mathematics and which
depend on experiment for validity, apply from subatomic to cosmological
scales. Further, the goals of physics include extending its
principles to provide deeper understanding of ever more complicated
systems, from fluids and solids, to galaxies, to living organisms.
Highlights of the Hopkins Program
At Hopkins, physics majors encounter the vitality of the field, learning
the laws of physics as we understand them today and the processes
by which new phenomena in physics and astronomy continue to be uncovered. From
the day a student walks in the door and partakes in the department's
integrated curriculum, he or she will find small classes designed specifically
for majors. As the student progresses, he or she will have the
opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research, either experimental,
computational or theoretical, in a variety of areas of physics and
astrophysics.
Departmental Homepage
Direct access to the department’s undergraduate information and
their own description of their programs.
http://www.pha.jhu.edu/admiss/ugrad/
Scheduling
Sample First Semester Schedule
- Mechanics I, 171.105
- Mechanics Lab, 173.115
- Calculus I, 110.108 or higher level
- Elective H or S course
- Elective course
- Total 12-16 credits
Major and Minor Checklists
A checklist which can be used for exploring the requirements of a potential
major or minor and monitoring your own degree progress.
Major BA: http://www.jhu.edu/~advising/images/checklists_pdf/PhysicsMajorBA.doc
Major
BS: http://www.jhu.edu/~advising/images/checklists_pdf/PhysicsMajorBS.doc
Minor: http://www.jhu.edu/~advising/images/checklists_pdf/PhysicsMinor.doc
Career Exploration
Skill Set
The “real world” skills you’ll develop with a major
in Physics:
- Organizing and presenting data
- Creating mathematical models through measurement
- Establishing and controlling experimental designs
- Designing and using computer simulations
- Scientifically investigating problems and summarizing the results
Career Center
What have alumni done with their major in Physics?
http://www.jhu.edu/~careers/explore/majors/physics.html
More information about career possibilities with a major in Physics:
http://www.jhu.edu/~careers/explore/sheets/physics.pdf
Looking for information about majors, careers, and finding jobs and
internships? Visit the Career Center’s website:
http://www.jhu.edu/~careers/
Last modified: September 5, 2008
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