What is Physics degree: Definition and 221 Discussions

Physics education refers to the methods currently used to teach physics. Physics Education Research refers to an area of pedagogical research that seeks to improve those methods. Historically, physics has been taught at the high school and college level primarily by the lecture method together with laboratory exercises aimed at verifying concepts taught in the lectures. These concepts are better understood when lectures are accompanied with demonstration, hand-on experiments, and questions that require students to ponder what will happen in an experiment and why. Students who participate in active learning for example with hands-on experiments learn through self-discovery. By trial and error they learn to change their preconceptions about phenomena in physics and discover the underlying concepts.

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  1. tetrahed

    Other Do I need a physics degree to get into a physics graduate program?

    I know this might be a stupid question, but I am serious. Some of my friends are in graduate programs not much related to their major (a number of my friends majored in math but are in computer science grad programs, and vice versa), so I am curious whether the same holds for physics. In my...
  2. L

    Admissions Academics gap: Looking for 2nd M.Sc Physics degree or a PhD Physics?

    Hi everyone, I finished M.Sc Physics by "Research" at a UK university during the academic year of 2015. I am an international student from India. As I did not do well in my oral presentation defending my M.Sc thesis (but it was not worst), as a result, I got a pass degree. Before the day or...
  3. F

    Career Direction after rough end to Physics degree

    I recently graduated last year with a BS in Physics. To say that it was rough would be an understatement. I started off my degree very well, getting nearly all A's and A-'s. My performance would decline for various reasons, though mostly due to mental health which spiraled and became a bad...
  4. Lunct

    Courses Maths or Physics: Which Degree is Right for Me?

    I am currently on track to do a degree in Physics and Philosophy next academic year in the UK, but have been recently thinking about switching my application to Mathematics and Philosophy. (I am aware I could switch to a theoretical physics, or a maths and physics degree, but then I couldn't do...
  5. M

    Programs Maths vs Physics degree for theoretical physics

    Hi, I'm interested in doing research in theoretical cosmology (the kind or work hawking did). Should I do an undergraduate degree in mathematics or physics? I'm in the UK so I can't do a double major. I'm well aware of the fact that interests change a LOT later on, but ideally which one is...
  6. M

    Physics Advice on type of physics degree to do

    hi all, Fairly old student here looking to go back and follow my life long dream of geting into physics. My goal is to eventually move into the study of theoretical physics, cosmology, that type of the stuff. So the things I am really interested in are Theory of Relativity, string theory...
  7. Philip551

    Studying Advice for preparing for a physics degree

    I am currently in the last year of my high school studies, and I wonder how to best prepare for university. I already have a solid coding base, having currently enrolled in a Python for physics course. I also am studying further maths, something like Calculus 2 in the US. How do you believe a...
  8. N

    Physics Physics Degrees and Semiconductor Industry (IC Design?)

    Hello there, im a physics student from Germany and currently in my second semester of a Bachelor of science. Lately i have become increasingly interested in woking in the Semiconductor Industry and I am currently reading the book "But how do it Know" by J. Clark Scott and i think it is really...
  9. N

    What topics in a Physics degree don't appear in an Astrophysics degree?

    Summary:: Looking for advice on what Physics topics, which may be dropped, to brush up on whilst studying an Astrophysics focussed degree I'm embarking on an part-time distance learning BSc in Astronomy at UCLAN. I was originally torn between this degree and the BSc Physics at the Open...
  10. TechieDork

    Explaining your Physics degree to relatives

    I'm studying 2nd year Physics in Thailand and I always have hard time explaining what I would do with my Physics degree for a living to my relatives and family. Every relative gathering on holidays, I'll always get bombarded with questions . -So what's you're going to do after college,son...
  11. M

    Programs Module Choice advice for a theoretical physics degree (Durham)

    I'm starting at Durham on the 29th of September and I need to get my module choices sorted. I have the choice between 40 credits of maths modules designed for scientists, and 40 credits of maths modules done by regular maths students. They say that you should only do the regular maths modules if...
  12. Q

    Physics Is going into Smart Grid with a Physics Degree a good move?

    I have a master in Physics and I would have the opportunity to have a fixed term position in a Smart grid company. My question would be whether not having a bachelor in EE or Power engineering might be bad for future job prospect(what if I apply somewhere else) and whether or not the skills I...
  13. patric44

    Other Continuing my education to get a physics degree

    hello guys i have a degree in science and education in chemistry and physics and i am currently working as a physics teacher , but i recently found that i could continue my education in the faculty of Science (the special physics department ) in my university and get a degree in special physics...
  14. K

    Physics Career prospects with a Physics Degree?

    Is having a degree in physics only limited to academia?
  15. A

    Schools Which university to go to for a physics degree?

    I graduated from Georgia Tech a few years ago with a Bachelors in Applied Mathematics and now I am currently a software developer, however, my passion is in astronomy. I have looked at opportunities in astronomy that is towards the engineering route i.e. image processing engineer, detector...
  16. M

    Programs Anybody else wish they could do their physics degree again?

    I do. I had a good experience the first time around but now (a few years after graduation) I feel like I have so much more clarity and direction. I could dive much deeper into the material and do more research. I wouldn't feel like I'm drowning in formula after formula. I'm currently working at...
  17. opus

    Programs Advice on Extra Math Classes for a Physics Degree

    To preface, I'm starting my Physics degree this upcoming semester. For the past year, I've been doing all of my generals while I took care of the mathematical prerequisites for the degree (College Algebra Preparation Class, College Algebra, and Trigonometry). Now that those are complete, I can...
  18. C

    Programs SF Bay Area night/part time undergrad physics programs?

    Does anyone know of any night B.S. Physics programs in the SF Bay Area? I can't switch jobs or stop working full time. I don't have the luxury to go back to school full time, nor extra financial support. I want to go back to school for a completely different career path. I currently have a...
  19. Who Am I

    Engineering Physics Degree - Interested in Engineering

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  20. Q

    Programs Is studying physics as a part time degree effective?

    Hi I have come to a conclusion that I cannot study physics master's in any form since I don't have the necessary background. I am considering the option of pursuing physics degree in part time while working. My question is, if I were to complete bachelor's and master's, would I be eligible to...
  21. S

    Other Intelligent hands-on job with a physics degree

    Hi everybody! So I got a Masters in physics (precisely - biophysics) 5 years ago. Then attempted to get a PhD, realized that research and academia don't feel right to me and quit. Now I'm 28. Despite the lack of the doctoral degree, working in the lab gave me many skills. Biomedical engineering...
  22. S

    What should the Mathematics requirements be for a Physics degree

    What should the Mathematics requirements for Physics degree really be? The usual official requirement is three semesters of Calculus, and then one more combination course which combines some linear algebra and not-too-complicated differential equations. Often the Physics majors, at least for...
  23. CrunchBerries

    Programs Having a tough choice between EE and Physics degree

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  24. S

    Programs Any other military here pursuing a physics degree?

    Online classes... changing duty stations, maybe even deployments. Trying to pursue any degree is difficult while active duty military, but especially when you're pursuing a degree that requires many labs that are difficult or even impossible to complete fully online or with a lab kit. I'm a...
  25. M

    Schools Best Colleges in Ohio for a physics degree?

    Currently enrolled at a regional campus to complete basic core courses for my B.S. in Physics with a research concentration. I have completed over 40 credit hours while I was also in high school, and am starting my first semester of classes toward my major. After this semester, however, that...
  26. B

    Programs Is it possible to do masters in nuclear engineering with a physics degree

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  27. J

    Programs Guidance on Future of Physics Degree

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  28. J

    Programs Preparing for a Physics Degree

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  29. M

    Physics Physics Degree and the Air Force?

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  30. Z

    Programs Would this Engineering Physics degree be better than a degree in physics?

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  31. Newtons Blue Dog

    Programs Beginning physics degree 6 years after HS studies....tips?

    Hey guys so I'm enrolled to start a physics major this coming semester but have been out of school since 2009 (im 24 now) and haven't done much if any related math or physics study since. Had always been quite good at maths and physics in high school but worried that i will have forgotten a lot...
  32. Zeppelin34

    Programs Can you earn a Physics degree while in the military?

    I was wondering if one could earn a Physics degree while on active duty. I was thinking about joining the Air Force.
  33. D

    Programs Double major in physics and math vs physics degree?

    Hi, I'm just 2 semesters short of graduating and I'm currently in specialization in physics program (Bsc). Over the years I have taken more math courses than physics (due to interest) and as a result, I can change my program to double major in physics and math. From employability point of view...
  34. Alexstrasza

    Programs Scared of starting Physics degree, advice?

    Hi guys... I am starting university in about two weeks. Last year my physics teacher was very good, and he caused me to be interested in physics. I started reading Feynman and he also made it sound really interesting. My parents are programmers so it was assumed I will study that. But I felt no...
  35. J

    Physics Is a physics degree good for a stable job?

    I am really interested in physics, and have a knack for it (am currently in my second year of physics at college, so I think I can honestly match myself up with other physics majors), but am not a savant or anything. I would love to push through and finish the degree, but the degree doesn't seem...
  36. AmadeoBattista

    Programs Is 23 too late to start chasing after a physics degree?

    Hi! this community seems like the exact place to to find the answers I am chasing after. I want to earn a degree in physics and pursue one of the vast array of different fields that are available. I am what's called the black sheep of the family, as both my sisters have masters and a PHD. I...
  37. N

    Programs Can i get a masters of engineering with a physics degree?

    i have been studying physics since last year... and i considered that i would like to combine engineering ...and especially ,electrical engineering(robotics ) ... i don't have the opportunity to change school right now so i considered if i can combine them at the future with a master...
  38. L

    Programs Joint Degree in Computer Science and Physics.

    Hello,I just graduated from high school and i will be starting university in fall 2016 at the University of Manitoba in Canada. They have a joint degree program in physics and computer science which is a program I'm considering since, I enjoy studying about both disciplines. I would like your...
  39. P

    Programs What Physics degree would be best for me?

    I like physics because of the formulas, explaining nature in terms of maths (I love math), I love problem solving and it's just so diverse. You learn about subjects from materials to astronomy it's just learning about how stuff works. So topics I like: Kinematics Any mechanics Electricity...
  40. Arij

    Programs Adding a math minor to a physics degree?

    Hello guys, I was wondering what are your thoughts on pursuing a math minor in addition to my physics degree. I have two years left to graduate. I will have to go through Transition (introduction to proofs), Linear Algebra, Analysis, Abstract Algebra and number theory and a 400 level class...
  41. D

    Programs Online Physics Degree for US Navy Personnel on the Move

    I am in the US Navy and i am always on the move. i have been stationed overseas for 6 years and will now be moving to Italy for as my next duty station. i have always wanted to get a degree in physics but it is very difficult to do so under these nomadic pretenses. Are there any universities...
  42. Vitani11

    Programs To do a math or physics degree?

    I'm currently about to be in my third year of university courses. I'm having trouble deciding on majoring in mathematics or physics and it's almost too late to choose. I can not double major at this point. I'm currently taking a condensed six week senior level complex analysis course and I just...
  43. A

    Engineering What can i do with an Engineering Physics degree?

    I'll be attending the Southeast Missouri State University this fall and i am planning on majoring Engineering Physics: Computer Applications.The course plan includes the following courses: Introduction to Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming,C and Unix Environment,Computer...
  44. Nachiket Hole

    Physics degree in India after BE?

    Hello, I've done my engineering from IT branch and I've always wanted to be a physicist (Astro-Physicist in perticular). I wanted to know about exams I can give to get a degree in physics. I am very serious about this and prepared to study for long hours. Please only answer if you're familiar...
  45. brymcfly21

    Programs Applied Physics Degree: Engineering Physics & Job Market

    Is this basically engineering physics? Is this a good idea for someone who loves the concepts of physics but wants a good chance in the job market? Thank you
  46. P

    Programs Transferring to a physics degree [UK]?

    I have just completed the first semester at university (in the UK) for aerospace engineering. However, given the time off I have had recently for the Christmas break, I have had time to think much about my current studies. I am really starting to think my interest lies behind understanding the...
  47. Bumpeh

    Programs Math I'd be Missing out on with a Physics Degree

    So I've been reviewing over the courses for a Physics degree at a University I plan to attend. The required math is Calculus I, II, III and Ordinary Differential Equations. I've been told and read in quite a few different places that I should take more math classes, like Partial Differential...
  48. Q

    Programs I am failing my undergraduate physics degree

    Hello, I am currently in a pretty terrible situation and I need some advice how I can get out of this mess. I graduated from high school 2009 and after a gap year I began studying business. I didn't like it at all so I quit after two semesters. At the time I was reading a lot of popular...
  49. W

    Programs I'm really regretting this physics degree....

    Well, the title sums it up pretty well. I realized I hate physics during the middle of my junior year of undergrad, but at that point it was already too late to switch majors. I decided to change my concentration to geophysics hoping that would help (the idea was to go into the oil industry)...
  50. The Eraser

    Programs Physics degree - careers that involve programming?

    What are the chances of working in IT if you have a physics degree?? How much do you have to work individually in order to gain the required programming knowledge?? Are there relevant courses you can take as a physics undergrad?? Do you learn any programming language that is relevant to the IT...
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