About the course

Physicists formulate mathematical descriptions of nature that constitute a set of theories to provide the best and most detailed predictive capability in all situations. Physicists also devise and carry out experiments designed to probe the unknown and test these theories. When confronted with experimental evidence that contradicts these theories or are beyond their reach, physicists either revise them to accommodate the new data or else abandon them in favor of better models. Students majoring in physics must have a strong foundation in mathematics and an overwhelming curiosity about how nature works. Generally, physicists tend either to be more primarily focused on doing experiments or to concentrate on making the mathematical models.

　　Physics is the most basic and fundamental science. Physicists attempt to understand the natural laws around us, inside us, and in the universe beyond us. Physicists use experimental, analytical, and numerical skills to solve problems. Physicists make significant contributions in many fields. In the last century, physicists have received several Nobel prizes in chemistry, biology and economics.

　　Those who have a natural curiosity for investigating how things work and are good at math would enjoy physics as a major. Students considering majoring in physics should have strong science and math backgrounds. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$108,846

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Houston
Summer (June), 2024	Houston
Summer (June), 2024	Houston
Fall (September), 2024	Houston
Spring (January), 2025	Houston
Summer (June), 2025	Houston
Summer (June), 2025	Houston
Fall (September), 2025	Houston
Spring (January), 2026	Houston
Summer (June), 2026	Houston
Summer (June), 2026	Houston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Houston

Official secondary school or high-school academic records (transcripts, mark sheets, graduation certificate).

　　Equivalent GPA 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)

　　TOEFL (iBT) - 79, TOEFL (PBT) - 550, IELTS - 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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World ranking

　　501st / 1250

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