About the course

Physics majors are interested in understanding the nature of the physical universe. This interest may focus on more specific sub-areas, such as the physics of elementary particles, the properties of solid matter, or the evolution of stars, galaxies, and black holes. A successful physics major will develop analytical and problem-solving skills which will be useful in a wide range of possible applications and careers.

　　Students are expected to formally declare a major no later than the fourth semester of full-time enrollment (or at 61 semester hours for transfer students). Students can declare a major by completing the Change of Major/Minor Application online under the Student tab of myBama.

　　Students earning the bachelor of science (BS) degree with a major in physics must complete all University, College and departmental degree requirements. These include the general education requirements, the following major requirements, all requirements for an approved minor and other sufficient credits to total a minimum of 120 applicable semester hours. 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$121,000

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2021	Tuscaloosa
Spring (January), 2024	Tuscaloosa
Summer (May), 2024	Tuscaloosa
Summer (May), 2024	Tuscaloosa
Fall (August), 2024	Tuscaloosa
Spring (January), 2025	Tuscaloosa
Summer (May), 2025	Tuscaloosa
Summer (May), 2025	Tuscaloosa
Fall (August), 2025	Tuscaloosa
Spring (January), 2026	Tuscaloosa
Summer (May), 2026	Tuscaloosa
Summer (May), 2026	Tuscaloosa

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Alabama

Complete, translated, evaluated transcripts for ALL schools attended.The University of Alabama employs a competitive admission process that includes reviewing and evaluating each application on an individual basis for an applicant’s abilities as a student and a scholar.If your high school is accredited in the USA and follows a US American or IB curriculum, you do not have to submit transcript evaluations. Additionally, evaluations are not necessary on IGSCE scores that are sent directly from the testing agency.Cumulative GPA of 3.0 in a 4.0 scale for admission.TOEFL iBT score of 79 and above, TOEFL paper-based score of 550 and above,IELTS score of 6.0 or above.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

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

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