University of West Georgia

Physics is a fundamental physical science.  Its essentials form the foundation of all sciences as well as engineering and technology.  The world of physics ranges from the smallest particles of subatomic matter to the galaxies. Physicists conduct research into the basic laws of nature or use existing knowledge about the physical world to develop applications and to design new products.  A degree in physics prepares the student for a career in physics or related job industry, a governmental lab, teaching, as well as for further graduate study.

The Department of Physics offers a complete undergraduate curriculum in physics as well as courses in physics and astronomy for those who are majoring in other disciplines.  Well-equipped laboratories and computer facilities are available.

We offer a B. S. degree in physics as well as a dual degree physics/engineering program with the Kennesaw State University. In this program a student takes courses for approximately three years at UWG and then transfers to the engineering program for about two more years.  At the end of the program the student receives bachelor's degrees in both physics and engineering from the two colleges respectively.  Similar programs in physics with concentrations in business and in education are also available.