Physics University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Overview

In the astronomy focused version of the major, students master these basics plus take additional coursework in astrophysics and gravitation.

Physics is the study of matter and energy and their interactions, both in nature and under man-made conditions. Physics provides both the fundamental foundation for science and technology, and the framework for understanding the world around us and the universe itself.

The Physics students at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee  provides excellent preparation for graduate programs in physics, engineering, and math, and can also serve as a springboard to careers in diverse areas, including engineering, business, law, and medicine.  All Physics undergraduates are encouraged to get involved in research as early as their first year as a means to enhance their education and help diversify their career options.

Sample Career Outcomes

• Senior Data Scientist – Northwestern Mutual

• Resident Physician at University of Michigan Health System

• Scientist, Oncology at MaArdle Laboratory

• Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin – Madison 

• Attorney, Intellectual Property, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP 

• Engineer, Regal Rexnord

• Engineer, Eaton Power Systems

• Industrialization Engineer, Rockwell Automation

• Laboratory Technician, UL

• Manufacturing Engineer, Astronautics Corporation of America

• Principal Research Scientist, Honeywell 

• Professor, Milwaukee School of Engineering 

• Project Manager, Helix Electric 

• Quality Manager, Dreve America Corp.

• Senior Staff Physicist, Lam Research

• Software Developer, Froedtert ThedaCare Health Inc.