BSc

Physics and Astrophysics

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    29,568USD
  • Start date
    Aug, Jan

Program overview

What Northern Arizona University says about their program:

Physics seeks to explain everything from the structure, evolution, and formation of the universe to the nature of matter and energy. Astrophysics is the application of physics to celestial bodies and seeks to understand the formation, structure, and evolution of stars, planets, galaxies, and the universe. At its heart, physics aims to provide fundamental and predictive explanations to observed phenomena, establishing relationships between measurable quantities, and developing mathematical models to interpret, leverage and understand these phenomena. The physics and astrophysics major emphasizes foundational skills for understanding key physical phenomena in astrophysics, including matter, motion, energy, electricity and magnetism, quantum theory, and gravity, including Einstein´s theory of general relativity. Students will acquire the skills to understand the observed abundance of the elements, the age of the universe, the nature of gravitational waves, and the cosmic microwave background. Through a mastery of physics and astrophysics, students will develop advanced mathematical, computational, and experimental skills. Major work is completed through classroom and laboratory exercises. The critical thinking, scientific analysis, and communications skills obtained through the completion of a physics and astrophysics degree will prepare graduates for entry to graduate and professional schools, industry careers, and research laboratory work.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate Academic Requirements

  • Secondary education/high school completion
  • Minimum of 2.5 grade-point average (GPA)

Postgraduate Academic Requirements

  • Previous undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
  • Minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in their undergraduate degree.

English Proficiency

Undergraduate:

  • TOEFL IBT

    70

  • IELTS

    6

  • PTE

    53

  • Duolingo

    95

Postgraduate:

  • TOEFL IBT

    80

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    105

English Proficiency Waivers

  • Undergraduate studies in English
  • High school/secondary education in a country where English is an official language.

Documents required

  • Official academic transcripts
  • Application form
  • Bank statements
  • CV
  • English test scores or waivers
  • Letter of purpose or reference
  • Passport identification page
  • Reference letters
  • Translations
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Fees and funding

Funding

International Excellence Award

  • Amount

    $11,000

  • Degree level

    Undergraduate & postgraduate

  • Availability

    Medium

  • Requirements

  • Must be paying full out-of-state tuition with personal or family funds
  • Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA at the time of consideration
  • Award is presented based on the information provided at the time of admission application and may be subject to change after evaluating applicants’ final official transcripts.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    $29,560 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    $32,190 per year

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