PHY:BA - Bachelor of Arts in Physics

Academic Progression Requirements

Students admitted to the university are admitted directly to their chosen major. Students are expected to make satisfactory progress based on critical indicators, such as GPA in specific courses or credits earned. In cases where students are not making satisfactory progress, a change of major may be required. Advisors work to redirect students to more appropriate majors when critical indicators are not met.

Common Prerequisite Courses

For information about state-approved common prerequisites and alternatives for other programs, visit https://cpm.flvc.org.

See below for the list of FIU courses which meet the common prerequisite requirements.

See general university admission requirements at admissions.fiu.edu

Physics Education Major (FIUteach)

This program prepares students interested in physics careers and certification to teach physics. Additional science and/or mathematic certifications at the secondary level may be added (below). Students are encouraged to contact the FIUteach program (FIUteach.fiu.edu) for opportunities to try out teaching at no cost. Interested students are encouraged to contact the department, the FIUteach program, or the secondary science advisor for additional details and certification requirements.

Additional coursework in science and/or mathematics is required to prepare for certification in additional subject areas.

Students in the Physics Education Major must complete all the Physics degree common prerequisites, and Degree Required Core Courses (16) in addition to the following courses:

Students can choose to pursue the B.A. in Physics without selecting a concentration. The following concentration can be chosen in order to specialize in the specific field of study below:

Biophysics Concentration

This program prepares students interested in physics and planning to enter professional schools in medicine, biomedical engineering, and biomechanics as well as entry level biotechnology positions in industry and government. The flexible program offers the opportunity for parallel studies in another discipline. Students satisfying the degree requirements of this program will also have satisfied the course requirement for admission to medical schools. Interested students should consult the Pre-Health advisor https://case.fiu.edu/pre-health/index.html.

Students in the Biophysics Concentration must complete all the Physics degree common prerequisites, Additional Required Courses (4 credits), and Degree Required Core Courses (16 credits) in addition to the following courses.