Bachelor of Science in Physics

The Bachelor of Science (BS) with a Major in Physics offered at Ahmedabad University’s School of Arts and Sciences, introduces students to the principles of Physics in the fundamental areas of classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, and mathematical physics, and in certain specialised branches of Physics such as atomic physics, solid state physics, and more. The Major in Physics will provide an excellent ground for higher education in Physics, Management, Engineering, and Computer Science. Career pathways include finance, science writing, software programming, and analytics.

Highlights of the Physics Major

Exposure to research methods in physics through the Undergraduate Thesis or Capstone Project, and undergraduate research projects under direct supervision of the faculty

Unique Blank Lab that offers an opportunity to design experiments with self-built laboratory equipment

Hands-on work with research equipment in laboratory courses

Counselling on alternative career pathways

What you gain from our BS in Physics

  • Demonstrate a firm understanding of the basic principles of Physics
  • Develop critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills
  • Take data as accurately as possible and recognise errors in measurement
  • Understand scientific writing to communicate scientific topics effectively for the advancement of science and sharing of scientific discoveries
  • Analyse and interpret real-world data in a given context using statistical tools
  • Apply methods of reasoning to explain and solve complex multidisciplinary problems

Why Join Ahmedabad University?

Ahmedabad University is a private, non-profit research university that offers students a liberal education attracting over 3500 students from across India and the world. As a research university, we are committed to the discovery of new ideas and to the belief that good theory results in good practice. Our academic environment offers students, researchers, and faculty the opportunity to participate in a unique learning process mediated by fieldwork and projects that enable deep creative insight, rigorous analytical experimentation, and fulfilling careers.

Interdisciplinary curriculum, experiential learning environment, and research define an Ahmedabad education. Students get access to the world of professional economics through interactions with highly talented professionals across the field.

About the School of Arts and Sciences

The School of Arts and Sciences is reimagining learning in the global academy within the subcontinental traditions of scholarship and knowledge. The School houses 5 academic divisions: Biological and Life Sciences, Humanities and Languages, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Performing and Visual Arts, and Social Sciences. We offer wide-ranging undergraduate and doctoral programmes. The unique feature of our Programmes is that it allows students to take courses immediately outside their academic area, and hence gain a broad education.

Faculty with PhDs from

  • Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru
  • Indian Institute of Technology Madras
  • Institute for Plasma Research, Gandhinagar
  • Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar
  • Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pune
  • National University of Ireland
  • University of California