About the course

The Physics and Astronomy degree provides a solid grounding in physics with an emphasis in astronomy. It is a strong physics degree which prepares students for graduate study in astronomy or astrophysics. It also provides a good background for graduate study in physics or for professional study in business, law, medicine, or other areas, while satisfying a strong undergraduate interest in astronomy. Physics and astronomy students learn to approach complex problems in science and technology from a broad background in mechanics, electricity and magnetism, statistical and thermal physics, quantum mechanics, relativity, optics, and acoustics. The tools they develop at BYU include problem solving by mathematical and computational modeling, as well as experimental and observational discovery and analysis. All students gain professional experience via a research senior thesis, capstone project, internship project, or student teaching, usually in association with a faculty member. Together these experiences can provide excellent preparation for employment or for graduate studies in physics, other sciences, engineering, medicine, law, or business. Most physicists and astronomers work in research and development in industrial, government, or university labs to solve new problems in technology and science. They also share the beauty discovered in our physical universe by teaching in planetariums, high schools, colleges, and universities.

　　Students are required to take the Physics Major Field Test the last semester before they graduate. 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), 2021	Provo
Winter (January), 2024	Provo
Spring (April), 2024	Provo
Summer (June), 2024	Provo
Fall (August), 2024	Provo
Winter (January), 2025	Provo
Spring (April), 2025	Provo
Summer (June), 2025	Provo
Fall (August), 2025	Provo
Winter (January), 2026	Provo
Spring (April), 2026	Provo
Summer (June), 2026	Provo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Brigham Young University - Provo

Submit full documentation of all required transcripts. Some U.S. applicants may have completed foreign high school or college work. This work will need evaluation by a third-party credential evaluation company.

　　IELTS - 6.5 (6.5 in Speaking and 6.0 in other three components)

　　TOEFL iBT - 80 (20 in each Component)

　　

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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