5 minors to diversify your major
July 19, 2021
Adding a minor can add distinction to your major at Colorado State, help you customize your education, and more. Here are 5 to consider.
Physics Major
Do you want to explore everything from space to lasers to the science of motion?
At a glance
Physics is the study of motion, matter, and energy. It is the most fundamental of the sciences, providing the essential underpinnings for chemistry, biology, astronomy, and geology. As a Physics major, you’ll work alongside professors to explore the fundamentals of physics, then focus in specific interest areas to research current theories that predict the origin and destiny of the universe.
| Degree type | Bachelor of Science | |||
| Format | On campus | |||
| Part of | College of Natural Sciences | |||
| Competitive major? | No | |||
| Accelerated option? | No |
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Concentrations
A concentration allows you to specialize in a certain area within your major, offering a depth of information and hands-on experiences that you may not otherwise get. Many students in this major will concentrate in one area to work in a specific field after college, as well as find mentors and internships before they even graduate.
Applied Physics
You’ll study combined fundamental coursework in physics with a selection of courses in a related discipline, such as optics, computers, chemistry, or medical physics.
General Physics
You get a broad background in physics that serves as a base for later specialization, either in graduate school, education, or in various industries.
Some Career Options
If you enter the workforce directly after graduation, you can use your training in a variety of settings. The primary employers for our graduates have been large aerospace/defense and electronics companies, as well as software firms and smaller high-tech companies. High school teaching is a possibility; there are several pathways for students with undergraduate Physics degrees to obtain teaching credentials.
- Accelerator Operator
- Applications Engineer
- Data Analyst
- Design Engineer
- High School Physics Teacher
- IT Consultant
- Lab Technician
- Laser Engineer
- Research Associate
- Software Developer
- Systems Analyst
Tour and info session options
Tours may be available as part of Admissions tours and info sessions, offered throughout the year.
For additional opportunities, please reach out to:
Warren Jackson, undergraduate recruitment coordinator, at warren.jackson@colostate.edu or (970) 491-4519.
academic Info and Tips
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Want a more in-depth look at this major? Take a look at the program website to learn more.