Three different options for a baccalaureate degree are offered by the department. The Bachelor of Science in Physics provides students with preparation for governmental or industrial positions or for graduate studies in physics or related areas. The Bachelor of Science in Physics with a concentration in Applied Physics is designed to introduce the major branches of physics to those seeking double degrees and for those preparing for professions other than physics. The Bachelor of Science in Physics with a concentration in Computational Physics is intended to train students with the state-of-the-art knowledge in physics and scientific computing for either professional positions or graduate studies in computational physics or related areas.
Available Options
Concentration in Applied Physics
Concentration in Computational Physics
Learning Outcomes
Understanding of classical mechanics.
Understanding of electricity and magnetism.
Understanding of thermodynamics.
Understanding of modern physics and quantum mechanics.
Ability to perform modern laboratory experiments.
Ability to perform an independent physics research project and give a public talk on this project.
Ability to communicate scientific subject matter.
Understanding and ability to communicate the importance of physics to society.
Ability to solve critical and fundamental problems in undergraduate physics.
Ability and confidence to think independently.
Expected June, December 2025
Start date
January 2025
College of Sciences
4505 S. Maryland Pkwy.,
LAS VEGAS,
Nevada,
89154, United States
Admission to the university requires graduation from an accredited high school with a minimum weighted grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in the following required high school courses.
English Proficiency Test:
TOEFL IBT Test: Overall score of 61
IELTS Academic: Overall band of 6.0; No band below 5.5
PTE Academic Overall: Overall score of 44
Duolingo: A minimum score of 95
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
