Overview

During the Physics and Astronomy program at Saint Mary's College of California, you will sharpen your abilities to observe and interpret physical phenomena using synthesis, mathematical modeling and analysis, and you'll use the scientific method to understand and describe nature in its most elementary form. The department offers a Bachelor of Science, a Bachelor of Arts, and a minor in physics.

Learning Outcomes

Students who graduate with a major in physics will be able to analyze complex and subtle physical phenomena and systems.

The successful student will be able to identify the physical and mathematical principles relevant to a system - even principles that are addressed in seperate courses and diciplines. Using the principles they identify, students will be able to carry out the necessary analysis and synthesis to model the system accurately, and will be able to effectively communicate their results.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Physics

Computational Physics

Analytical Mechanics

Electricity and Magnetism

Thermal and Statistical Physics

Quantum Mechanics

Electronics and Instrumentation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2024-08-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 325 other Bachelors in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

Letter of Recommendation

Transcripts

Request a Letter of Recommendation be sent to Saint Mary's

Request Official English Proficiency Examination Results be sent to Saint Mary's

Tuition Fee

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International

53372 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 53372 USD per year during 48 months.
National

53372 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 53372 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Moraga

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Physics and Astronomy.

Available Scholarships

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