Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Physics in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
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Boston United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
36,582
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Master the core principles of physics with a focus on education. UMass Boston's Physics BA program is designed for aspiring educators who wish to teach physics to future generations. To earn a BA in physics, students must complete at least 34 credits in physics courses, which include:
Fundamentals of Physics I with Physics Laboratory I
Fundamentals of Physics II with Physics Laboratory II
Introduction to Contemporary Physics and Physical Laboratory
Thermodynamics
Mechanics
Electricity and Magnetism I
Intermediate Laboratory
plus two upper-level physics electives (300-level or above).
Physics students are also required to take Multivariable Calculus (or Multivariable and Vector Calculus) and Applied Ordinary Differential Equations. Students may substitute up to two advanced mathematics or related science courses for physics electives, but must obtain department approval at least one semester before graduation. Earning a BA in physics meets the knowledge requirements for Massachusetts State Department of Education certification eligibility.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Your future success at UMass Boston is important to us, and that begins with your high school curriculum.
All non-native speakers of English must demonstrate English language proficiency. Students can demonstrate proficiency by submitting the following exams:
TOEFL (79+)
IELTS (6.0+)
SAT (Evidence Based Reading & Writing (ERWS) component of 480+)
ACT (Reading and English component scores totaling 34)
Duolingo English Test (100+)
Tuition
USD
36,582