Undergraduate Program
Rigorous Programs for Many STEM Careers
The undergraduate degree programs we offer at the Department of Physics and Astronomy are nationally recognized for their rigor.
Our programs provide an extremely strong preparation, not only for graduate studies in physics, astronomy, or related fields, but also for rewarding careers in technological, medical, and engineering fields, and many others. You will be sought after by employers!
Faculty Involvement
We are dedicated to quality instruction and the department pays close attention to teaching.
We also make it a priority to provide the guidance our students need to succeed via close, hands-on academic advisement by dedicated faculty. In these ways, our faculty get to know our undergraduates well.
Research Opportunities for Undergraduates
We conduct world-leading research in quantum information, optics, astrophysics, particle physics, biophysics, and other areas. Opportunities to take part in this research, such as Sandia National Labs.
We believe that our new building for Physics, Astronomy and Interdisciplinary Science (PAIS), by providing a state-of-the-art facility with state-of-the-art classrooms, teaching labs, and research facilities, will greatly enhance the quality of the undergraduate experience in the department.
Building a foundation for success
Students who succeed in our programs often move on to the best graduate programs in the country, and many have achieved faculty positions at top research universities.
Degree Programs
The Department offers the following degree programs to meet a range of student career goals.- BS Physics is for students who seek a research career in physics. You can add a concentration in this degree: the General Physics Concentration or the Applied Physics Concentration, reflecting some of the research strengths of the department and important industries in New Mexico.
- BS Astrophysics and BA Physics and Astrophysics prepares students for a research career in that field.
- Duals Degrees BS Physics and BS Electrical Engineering or BA Physics and Astrophysics and BS Electrical Engineering allows the electrical engineering student to tailor the physics degree to complement their end-goals.