Associate of Science Degree in Physics
San Mateo, USA
Associate of Science
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
USD 4,512 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for a 12-unit semester | 376 USD per unit | non-inclusive of miscellaneous fees
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Key Summary
About: The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Physics at College of San Mateo prepares students to transfer to baccalaureate institutions as physics or other science majors and is accepted for pre-medical study. In San Mateo, California, CSM offers hands-on learning and transfer pathways; 74% transfer to UC San Diego and other universities. Programs are available via Global Online Learning (GOL) program.
Career Outcomes: Career opportunities include academic research and teaching, aerospace and manufacturing roles, positions in electrical and scientific firms, government labs, and hospitals. Graduates enter jobs such as aerodynamist, physicist (optics/laser/mechanical), electrical or mechanical engineer, hydrologist, industrial hygienist, and educator.
The A.S. degree in Physics is designed to prepare students for transfer to baccalaureate institutions as Physics or other science majors. Physics is also an accepted pre-medical field of study.
In addition to in-person studies, most programs are available through the Global Online Learning (GOL) Program, which allows students to take classes fully online from their home countries.
Major Requirements
Total Required Major Units: 18
And required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the minimum 60 units required for the Associate degree.
Students completing this program will be able to:
- Students will be able to apply the Laws of Physics to real-world problems.
- Students will be able to collect and analyze data to verify physical principles.
- Students will be prepared for an upper-division course at a 4-year college.
The San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (SMCSV) offer more than 50 institutional scholarships each year, and all enrolled students are eligible to apply. Award amounts range from $300 to $7,000, helping make college more affordable. Students can also apply for external scholarships, such as the $1,000 Study in California Scholarship, to further support their educational journey.
A large percentage of Physics majors select employment with universities as researchers and/or professors. Private industry employs approximately two-thirds of all non-academic physicists in companies manufacturing aircraft and missiles, chemicals, electrical equipment, and scientific equipment. Government, hospitals, and commercial research laboratories also employ Physics graduates. Specific careers include aerodynamist, airplane navigator, air pollution operating specialist, ballistics expert, educator, electrical or mechanical engineer, electrician, hydrologist, industrial hygienist, and electrical, laser, mechanical, or optics physicist.