Physics/Engineering Dual Degree

Why Study Physics/Engineering Dual Degree?

Major | Science/Engineering | CAS

Earn two degrees! As a dual degree you student, you can earn a B.S. in Physics (APIE option) from UWRF and an ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Minnesota-Duluth or University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

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76%

Of Students Completed at Least One High-Impact Practice Before Graduation

700+

Students in Honors Programs

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Undergraduate

Area of Study:

Science/Engineering

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Skills and Learning Outcomes

Understand and apply physics principles to solve problems, maintain a lab journal and assess and use data.
Gain experience with instrumentation and develop proficiency in collecting and interpreting data.
Develop and apply simulation techniques and experimental design principles.
Practice collaboration, oral presentation, scientific writing and laboratory safety skills.
Develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Types of Courses

Astrophysics
Condensed Matter Physics
Dynamics
Electronics: Circuits and Devices
Mathematics of Physics and Engineering
Mechanics of Materials
Modern Physics
Nuclear and Particle Physics
Optics

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Potential Careers

Physics majors can take many paths when selecting a career. A wide variety of specialty areas gives graduates lots of options in the workforce. Some examples of future careers include: