The Northern Kentucky University Physics program is a vibrant community of faculty and staff whose main objective is to prepare our students for a variety of careers in the field and related areas. We offer physics majors two degree tracks as well as a pre-engineering dual-degree option. We also offer a physics minor.
Physics, B.Sc.
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- 48 monthsDuration
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Overview
The degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Physics at Northern Kentucky University is designed for those who plan to study physics in graduate school, who wish to pursue another technical field at the graduate level, or who wish to pursue a technical career in industry.
Learning outcomes
The degree of Bachelor of Arts, major in physics, provides a basic core of physics courses and is most appropriate for a student pursuing dual majors where the second major may be engineering, mathematics, computer science, or education with an emphasis on physical sciences.
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- National students deadline for fall: 15 September
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Credits 120 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Science, Engineering and Design
- University Physics with Lab
- Intermediate Laboratory
- Advanced Laboratory
- Dynamics
- Physical Optics
- Mathematical Physics
- Classical Mechanics
- Thermodynamics
- Modern Physics
- Electromagnetic Theory
- Quantum Mechanics
- Physics Seminar
English Language Requirements
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79The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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550The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks.
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General Requirements
- All undergraduate students can complete NKU's Online Application to begin the process of applying to NKU.
- $40 application fee
- Submit passport photocopy
- Official Transcripts
- Proof of English Fluency
Tuition Fee
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19872 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9936 USD per semester and a duration of 48 months. -
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19872 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9936 USD per semester and a duration of 48 months. -
In-State Applies to you
9912 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4956 USD per semester and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Highland Heights
- 900 - 1400 USD/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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