Physics, BA, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Physics
Sample Plan for New Students
This plan assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), a transferable associate degree, and completion of all math requirements through differential equations, along with PHYS 2050 (Modern Physics) or its equivalent.
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide for more information on transferring credits.
Important Major Information
- Total Credits: Minimum of 180
- Credits in Major: 89
- Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
Resources for Success
- Use MySeattleU for planning your courses.
- Meet with a Career Coach from the Career Engagement Center.
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Learn more about academic advising on the Advising Services page.
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
Year 1
| Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 2500 - Math Methods for Physics* (4) | PHYS 2030 - Thermodynamics* (2) | PHYS 2060 - Modern Physics Laboratory* (3) |
| PHYS 3100 - Classical Mechanics* (5) | PHYS 3300 - Electromagnetic Field Theory* (5) | PHYS 3850 - Quantum Mechanics* (5) |
| CPSC 1220 or ECEGR 2000 (Programming)* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) |
| General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 2
| Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4870 - Senior Synthesis* (3) | PHYS Elective (3000 or 4000 level) (5) | PHYS Elective (3000 or 4000 level) (5) |
| Science Elective (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) | General Elective (5) |
| UCOR Module II* (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |