About the course

The Department of Physics offers two majors: Physics (BS) and Physics (BA). The Physics (BS) prepares students for graduate school in physics and related fields and for careers in science and technology. Also, students with the Physics (BS) have the technical and computing skills to qualify them for jobs at research laboratories and technical consulting firms. The Physics (BS) program has three tracks: traditional physics, chemical physics, and computational physics. The Physics (BA) is designed to give students a strong scientific background, but allow them more flexibility to complete additional academic programs and to pursue other interests. The Physics (BA) program is ideal for students preparing for fields in science policy, science education, science communication, patent law, and related interdisciplinary careers. Additionally, the department offers two minors, Physics (Minor) and Applied Physics (Minor), that enrich a student's academic program by providing complementary knowledge, skills and experience. Previous students have leveraged the physics background from their minors into interesting career opportunities. 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
Spring (January), 2024	Washington
Fall (August), 2024	Washington
Spring (January), 2025	Washington
Fall (August), 2025	Washington
Spring (January), 2026	Washington

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for American University - Shorelight

Academic records for grades 9-12 with official transcripts and certified English translations (if applicable), for each secondary institution attended

　　Two academic letters of recommendation

　　Demonstrated English proficiency

　　Interruption of Studies Statement if you have already graduated from secondary school at the time of application.

　　Please have your academic records from each secondary school you attended for the U.S. equivalent of 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grades sent directly from those schools to American University in sealed envelopes or via the Common Application or Coalition Application. Two letters are required. One must come from a teacher, the second letter may be written by your school's university counselor, your principal or headmaster or another teacher.

　　Internet based test (iBT) score of 80 or higher.

　　Paper-based test score of 550 or higher

　　IELTS (International English Language Testing System): Composite score of 6.5 or higher.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 85.0

　　

Application deadline:

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

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