Northeastern Illinois University B.S. in Physics
Northeastern Illinois University

Northeastern Illinois University

B.S. in Physics

Chicago, USA

BSc

4 years

English

Full time, Part time

USD 22,726 / per year

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The B.S. in Physics at Northeastern offers a foundation in classical and modern physics, taught by research-active faculty who mentor students and support independent projects. Facilities include computer workstations, a BEOWULF supercomputer, scanning tunneling microscope, Mössbauer apparatus, a cryogenics lab and advanced electronic, nuclear and optical instrumentation. The program readies students for graduate study and careers in technology, teaching and research; minors available in Physics and Environmental Science.

Career Outcomes: Graduates pursue roles in Education, Research and development, Medicine and health sciences, Law, and related fields such as secondary-school teacher, research scientist, lab technician, medical physicist and patent advisor.

The goals of the B.S. in Physics program are to:

  • Provide students with a solid foundation in classical and modern physics
  • Develop skills which enable students to enter careers in business, teaching, research, and technology
  • Prepare students for graduate study in physics

The program is taught by full-time faculty members who are actively engaged in research projects that offer exciting opportunities for student participation. Faculty members offer assistance to students pursuing projects on their own.

Program Benefits

Facilities available to students include computer workstations, a BEOWULF supercomputer, a scanning tunneling microscope, a wide array of sophisticated electronic, nuclear, and optical instruments, a Mössbauer effect apparatus, a fully equipped cryogenics laboratory and much more.

Minors

  • Physics
  • Environmental Science
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