About the course

The study of physics attempts to answer this question by examining the smallest subatomic particles, atoms, molecules, stars and galaxies. Using atomic-scale microscopes and high-energy particle accelerators and nuclear reactors, we can learn not only what holds the atomic nucleus together, but also how proteins function and why stars shine. Undergraduate physics training provides excellent preparation for a career or for graduate work in many fields — from sciences such as oceanography and geology to law, medicine and even finance. The B.S. degree in applied physics begins with core lower and upper division physics courses and includes concentrated coursework in your area of specialization. Foundational coursework in physics covers classical and modern physics as well as calculus and other mathematics. Your major adviser will help you choose electives to fit your specialization — approved courses are listed on the department website. Our physical electronics specialty offers you the added choice of pursuing a five-year B.S./M.S. degree in electrical engineering.

　　Careers in physics and applied physics include research and development, either in universities, government laboratories, or industry, teaching in high schools, junior colleges, and universities, management and administration in industrial laboratories and in government agencies, and in production and sales in industry. A major in physics also provides a strong base for graduate-level work in such interdisciplinary areas as chemical physics, biophysics and medical physics, geophysics and environmental physics, astrophysics and astronomy, computer science, and materials science. 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: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Davis
Spring (March), 2024	Davis
Fall (September), 2024	Davis
Winter (January), 2025	Davis
Spring (March), 2025	Davis
Fall (September), 2025	Davis
Winter (January), 2026	Davis
Spring (March), 2026	Davis

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California - Davis

To be considered for freshman admission, you must complete secondary school, earn good grades in academic subjects, and receive a certificate of completion that grants you admission to university-level studies in your country.

　　prospective students must be on track to earn a high school diploma (or equivalent) and meet all UC freshman admission requirements.

　　Score 24 or higher on the ACT English Language Arts (ELA)

　　Score 31 or higher on Writing and Language in the SAT

　　Score 3, 4 or 5 on the AP examination in English Language and Composition, or English Literature and Composition

　　Score 6 or 7 on an IB Standard Level examination in English (Language A only)

　　Score 5, 6 or 7 on an IB Higher Level examination in English (Language A only)

　　IELTS - Score 6.5 or higher

　　TOEFL iBT - Minimum score of 80 or better

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of California - Davis. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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