Degree Requirements
The BA in Physics provides Berea College students with a rigorous foundation in the fundamental concepts and principles of physics that will prepare them for careers as professional physicists, astronomers, or physics educators.
A Bachelor of Art degree in Physics is achieved by completion of the following requirements, in addition to the General Education and electives required for a degree:
Required Core Courses
| PHY 221 | Intro Physics I with Calculus | 1 Course Credit |
| PHY 222 | Intro Physics II with Calculus | 1 Course Credit |
| PHY 320 | Modern Physics | 1 Course Credit |
| PHY 365 | Thermodynamics | 1 Course Credit |
Required Core Theory Courses
| PHY 460 | Electromagnetic Theory | 1 Course Credit |
| PHY 481 | Classical Mechanics | 1 Course Credit |
| PHY 482 | Quantum Physics | 1 Course Credit |
Required Advanced Laboratory
| PHY 341 | Advanced General Laboratory | 1/2 Course Credit |
Required Capstone Course
PHY 441 OR An approved physics research experience, such as PHY 495, UGR 010, or UGR 020. To receive capstone credit for a research experience other than PHY 441, students must submit a formal proposal prior to the start date of the research experience or internship. Each research project is approved on a case-by-case basis.
AND PHY 492
Required Distribution Courses:
Two (2) additional course credits from Physics Department offerings, at least one (1) of which must be at or above the 300-level.
Required Collateral Courses
| MAT 135 | Calculus I | 1 Course Credit |
| MAT 225 | Calculus II | 1 Course Credit |
| MAT 330 | Calculus III | 1 Course Credit |
| MAT 337 | Differential Equations | 1 Course Credit |