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Interdisciplinary Physics: Computational Physics

Program Transfer Guide
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410-704-3020 [email protected] TU Catalog: Interdisciplinary Physics: Computational Physics

About the Program

 
The Interdisciplinary Physics major is designed for students with an interest in physics and its applications in other fields with high potential for employment and postgraduate opportunities. The program provides students with a strong foundation in physics along with the freedom to develop a coherent academic program across other disciplines such as computer science, mathematics, astronomy, geology, marketing, and entrepreneurship through concentrations in Computational Physics, Planetary Science and Physics Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The curricular pathways offered through the concentrations in the Interdisciplinary Physics major prepare students for careers in an increasingly technical workforce that values skills across many disciplines.

All Interdisciplinary Physics majors take a core set of physics courses, including a three-course sequence in fundamental classical physics and courses in computational methods, modern physics, and laboratory techniques. Students will be assigned an adviser in the Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Geosciences who will assist them in selecting elective courses within their program to best meet their career goals.   This concentration blends Physics with courses in Mathematics and Computer Science appropriate for students interested in technical careers involving data analysis and modeling. This concentration also allows students an opportunity to complete advanced physics courses in preparation for applying to Ph.D. programs. 

PTG Requirements

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Allegany College of Maryland Requirement
Towson University Requirement
  • Core 2: English Composition To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
    Minimum grade required: C
  • Core 3: Mathematics To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    4 credits
    Minimum grade required: C
  • Core 4: Creativity and Creative Development To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 5: Arts & Humanities To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 6: Social and Behavioral Science To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 7: Biological and Physical Sciences with Lab To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    4 credits
    Minimum grade required: C
  • Core 8: Biological and Physical Sciences (Lab and Non-Lab) To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    4 credits
    Minimum grade required: C
  • Core 10: Metropolitan Perspectives To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 11: United States as a Nation To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 12: Global Perspectives To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 13: Diversity and Difference To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 14: Ethical Issues & Perspectives To Fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum Requirements, Students Must Complete One Course From Each Of The 14 Categories.
    3 credits
  • Major Requirements: take the following courses, take 26 credits
    26 credits
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    Notes: COSC 236 and COSC 237 must both be successfully completed to earn credit. Consult advisors for eligible courses.
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    Notes: COSC 236 and COSC 237 must both be successfully completed to earn credit. Consult advisors for eligible courses.
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    Minimum grade required: C
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    Minimum grade required: C
Grand Total Credits
64
*ENGL 102 and any major requirements must be completed with a C (2.0) or higher. *Core 1 Towson Seminar requirement is waived for all transfer students. *Core 9 Advanced Writing Seminar requirement must be completed at Towson University.
* There is no Equivalency at Allegany College of Maryland. Check with your Advisor for an alternate course.