Physics

PSU Physics Degrees

Undergraduate Program

A degree in physics prepares students to enter many professions including physics, astronomy, engineering, computer science, management, medicine, journalism, geology, meteorology and many others. Physics students learn how to identify, quantify, and solve real-world problems and this makes them extremely valuable to prospective companies and laboratories.  

To prepare students, the PSU Physics Department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Physics in a variety of different emphases:

Professional (preparation for graduate study)

Computational Physics

Polymer Physics

Pre-medical Studies

Solid State Electronic Devices

Customized Option

We also offer Bachelor of Science in Education Degree with two Majors:

Physics

Physical Science 

Master's Program

We also have an active graduate program and offer Master of Science degrees in Physics in four emphases:

Professional (preparation for further graduate study)

Applied Physics

Pre-Service Teaching

In-Service Teaching

We have graduate assistantships available for qualified applicants.  Please contact Charles Blatchley for more information.

For more information about any of the degrees listed above, please contact any of the faculty by e-mail, regular mail, or by telephone.