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Physics
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Our undergraduate curriculum serves undergraduate liberal arts students who seek, by the study of Physics, to acquire critical thinking skills and develop the understanding and problem-solving abilities which are increasingly needed in our technological society. We prepare our undergraduate physics majors for graduate and professional schools or a variety of careers, including teaching, engineering, medicine, computer science, and industrial research and development.
Honors Work
The opportunity for students to do individual research (experimental or theoretical) is offered in courses
PHYS 45300 - Introduction to Research
PHYS 45400 - Introduction to Research
Articulation Agreement
Articulation Agreement with New York City College of Technology
An agreement is in place for students from New York City College of Technology (CUNY) who successfully complete an associate degree in science in Liberal Arts (LAS) with at least a 2.0 overall grade-point average to be accepted into the Hunter College BA program in Physics. Consult the physics and astronomy department for further information.