Are you savvy in both math and science? Do you love computers? Are you drawn toward careers that are both interesting and complex? If so, Lawrence Tech’s Bachelor of Science in Physics + Computer Science might be the right degree for you.
Like so many fields in today’s technology-driven world, physics relies more and more on computers. As research scientists, physicists use computers for data collection and manipulation. But there’s a growing area that combines physics with computer science called computational physics. This stimulating field includes work that focuses on areas of endeavor such as electronic structure calculation, statistical physics, atomic theory, and computer simulation of physical phenomena.
Lawrence Tech will help you develop the sound foundation in physics and computer science you’ll need to succeed in these exciting and competitive fields, with career and academic opportunities across multiple disciplines:
- R&D and manufacturing positions across industries
- Research opportunities in government and private labs
- Research and teaching roles in academia
- Graduate study in physics, applied physics, computer science and some areas of engineering
Why LTU?
LTU is situated in a productive, vital and economically diverse region that is one of the world’s great centers for entrepreneurship, technological achievement and innovation. Opportunities to solve real problems and network, find mentors, intern and co-op with Fortune 500 and other leading companies are plentiful.
As a technological university, Lawrence Tech is in a unique position to offer you exposure through interdisciplinary student projects to fields you may not encounter in a traditional program. Familiarity with architecture and design, the sciences and engineering can give you a distinct advantage in today’s technologically driven job market.
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Bachelor of Science in Physics + Computer Science Flowchart 2020-21 PDF
127 credit-hour program consists of:
| Course Number | Subject | Cr. Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| COM 1001 | Pathways to Research Careers | 1 |
| COM 1103 | College Composition (Placement) | 3 |
| CHM 1213 | University Chemistry 1 (Placement) | 3 |
| CHM 1221 | University Chemistry 1 Lab | 1 |
| MCS 1414 | Calculus 1 (Placement) | 4 |
| MCS 1514 | Computer Science 1 | 4 |
| PSC 1161 | Physical Science Seminar | 1 |
| TOTAL | 17 | |
*These courses are offered every two years. An individual plan of work will be developed in consultation with the student's advisor.
For more information or to speak with an advisor, contact the Department of Natural Sciences at 248.204.3600, email nschair@ltu.edu, or visit room 5322 in the Science Building.
