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University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Science in Physics

The Bachelor of Science in Physics in Physics is offered by University of the Witwatersrand.

Program Length: 3 YEARS.

Bachelor of Science in Physics offered by the University of the Witwatersrand

Study analytical and problem-solving skills in an increasingly technological society.

Overview

A degree in Physics equips you with analytical and problem-solving skills, which are in high demand. These skills also offer a background for understanding an increasingly technological society.

Additionally, the course will equip you with experience for life-long learning in a rapidly changing world; mathematical skills that can be applied in many environments; and computational skills that are marketable in many sectors of the economy.

Curriculum

First year

• Physics I (Major)

AND

• Mathematics I (Major):
  • Algebra I
  • Calculus I

AND

• Chemistry I

AND

• Any other Level I course

Second year

• Physics II:
  • Physics IIA and IIB

AND

• Mathematics II:
  • Abstract Mathematics II
  • Differential Equations II
  • Basic Analysis II
  • Linear Algebra II
  • Multivariable Calculus II
  • Transition to Abstract Mathematics II

AND

• Any other Level II course depending on other course set

Third year

• Physics III:
  • Advanced Experimental Physics and Project III
  • Statistical Physics III
  • Quantum Mechanics III
  • Waves and Modern Optics III
  • Applications of Quantum Mechanics III

OR

• Introduction to Geophysics

AND

• Any other Level III course depending onother course set