{"id":612,"date":"2020-05-19T13:44:23","date_gmt":"2020-05-19T13:44:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.umw.edu\/study\/?post_type=areas&p=612"},"modified":"2023-10-04T16:31:40","modified_gmt":"2023-10-04T20:31:40","slug":"applied-physics","status":"publish","type":"areas","link":"https:\/\/www.umw.edu\/study\/areas\/applied-physics\/","title":{"rendered":"Applied Physics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Majors, Minors & Areas of Study<\/div>

Applied Physics<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
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Fix it with physics.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Understanding the fundamental laws of the physical universe can open the door to breakthrough ideas and technologies that make the world better. Study applied physics at the University of Mary Washington and you\u2019ll gain the general and specialized knowledge, quantitative skills and research experience to advance such fields as medicine, mechanics, transportation and communication. You\u2019ll work with the latest high-tech equipment and prepare yourself for higher study or an in-demand career that matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Degree Awarded<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Students majoring in Applied Physics who complete all requirements earn the degree of Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Physics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Areas of Study<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The applied physics major includes several core physics courses, such as university physics, modern physics, mathematical methods of physics, and several other. It also has a core requirement of three mathematics courses, including calculus I and II, and required courses in data science and computer science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Career Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Applied physics majors are well-prepared for many different technical jobs such as design and analysis of optical, electronic, and acoustic systems; telecommunications; advanced programming for engineering modeling; and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Internships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The applied physics major requires students to participate in either independent study or an internship. For-credit and paid internships are available close to campus and in nearby Washington, D.C., and Richmond, Virginia. They provide opportunities for students to gain applied work experience and learn about potential employers. Internship sponsors such as NASA and the Naval Surface Warfare Center work with the department to establish individual objectives. Individual study with UMW professors is another avenue though which students conduct intensive study and develop advanced technical skills.<\/p>\n\n\n

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