2025-2026 Gordon College Academic Catalog
Physics (B.A.)
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Students who are fascinated by the foundational and emergent patterns and phenomena that make up our universe and the world around us are encouraged to pursue study in the Physics major. Specifically, the Bachelor of Arts degree prepares students for internships and careers in the physical sciences, particularly in industry and government positions.
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Requirements
A minimum grade of C minus (C - ) is required in the following courses: - PHY 121
- PHY 122
- MAT 221/PHY 221
- PHY 293
- PHY 294
Chemistry, Computer Science, or Data Science
Choose one of the following: Electives
Choose three (3) of the following options: Honors in Physics
Students may graduate with honors in Physics by conducting, writing, presenting and defending an honors thesis based on substantial research during their senior year. Candidates will develop a project in consultation with a faculty advisor and thesis committee (two additional members of the Department). For honors the thesis must be holistic and of high quality and must be orally defended before department faculty and the public prior to exam week. The minimum GPA for honors candidates is 3.5 in the major and 3.0 overall. |
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