Overview

Chief among the attractions of the Engineering Physics major at University of California, Berkeley is its flexibility in that students have the ability to take diverse engineering, math, and science classes based on individual research goals. The solid base in physics and mathematics is augmented with a selection of engineering course options that prepare students to tackle complex problems faced by society.

The Possibilities: EP students will be prepared for grad studies in a wide-range of subjects in physics, math, chemistry, chemical engineering, or engineering programs.

Job Opportunities

National laboratories or in high-tech industries such as lasers, novel materials, biotechnology, computer design, micro-electronics and micro devices, software development, communication technology, and diverse areas that focus on applied science and technology.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Astrophysics

Electromagnetism and Optics

Properties of Electronic Materials

Engineering Thermodynamics

Quantum Mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Berkeley, United States

Disciplines

Physics General Engineering & Technology View 1436 other Bachelors in Physics in United States

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students who apply to Berkeley should meet the following minimum requirements:

Meet the A-G subject course requirements.

Have a 3.0 GPA in A-G courses taken in the 10th and 11th grade years. (3.4 GPA for non-residents)

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Tuition Fee

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International

45096 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22548 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

45096 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22548 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

12522 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6261 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Berkeley

1750 - 2820 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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