Associate in Arts

Physics Concentration

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Department
Science
Related Degree
Chemistry Concentration

Physics forms the basis for all scientific inquiry and explores matter, energy, and fundamental interactions. Physicists model the physical universe from elementary particles to the structure of the universe. By emphasizing complex real-world problem solving, physicists collaborate across diverse fields such as finance, renewable energy and medicine.

Students who are matriculated and place into developmental math and/or English are required to begin the course sequence in the first semester. Please see an advisor with questions.

Learn more about the program and apply at Associate in Arts - Physics

Requirements

First Semester

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Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
15

Second Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
15

Third Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Humanities & Fine Arts  +
3
STEM elective  +
3 - 4
Behavioral & Social Sciences  +
3
Elective  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
16-17

Fourth Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Humanities & Fine Arts  +
3
Behavioral & Social Sciences  +
3
STEM elective  +
3 - 4
Elective (2-3)  +
2 - 3
Sub-Total Credits
14-16
Total Credits
60-62
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Note: The Associate in Arts degree does not indicate a specialized degree in a concentration. Students who complete this concentration will satisfy the requirements of MassTransfer. For additional information pertaining to degree requirements, please refer to Degree Requirements.