Physics Program

Physics Program Information

Available On Campus

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Academia
Research
Industry
Medicine
Engineering

PLAN OF STUDY

Physics-(B.S.)
Two-Year Course Rotation

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Prepare for careers in academia, research, industry, and medicine
Study the fundamental nature of the universe, from the behavior of subatomic particles to the vastness of outer space
Use mathematical and physical data to address scientific questions
Apply what is taught in the classroom to real-world scenarios through the availability of research opportunities such as:
- Analysis of terahertz images of wind turbine blades contact Dr. Christopher Baird
- Optical and radio astronomy:
  contact: Dr. David Craig

More About our Faculty

For a comprehensive look at various research opportunities, as well as to learn more about the faculty here at West Texas A&M, please use the links below:

CAREER CLOSE-UP

Median wage (TX) - $58,000
Median wage (US) - $58,500
Physics is a diverse field. Take a look at some of the salaries by degree in physics:
Earning Potential for Physicists
Other Careers for Physicists

links and resources

PROGRAM COSTS

NEW SCHOLARSHIP

WT has received a new S-STEM grant designed to

support majors in the Departments of Chemistry/

Physics and Life, Earth, Environmental Sciences.

A major goal of this NSF funded program is to

improve the education of future scientists, engineers,

and technicians, with a focus on low income,

academically talented students (LIATS). Targeted

STEM fields for this project are Biology, Environmental

Sciences, Wildlife Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

This program does not support pre-medicine or other

pre-clinical degrees (e.g. pre-pharmacy, pre-dental,

allied health).

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