Physics
Introduction & Overview
Physics is the study of the natural world, focusing on the fundamental nature of matter and energy, and interactions between the two. Physicists are engaged in understanding as much as they can about the workings of the universe, and the physics major at Manhattanville equips students to join this remarkable effort. Training in physics develops skills in problem-solving, analysis, and applying knowledge that are essential to many disciplines and careers beyond scientific or industrial research, including engineering, medicine, business and finance, economics, and the law. A Manhattanville physics major is equipped for all of these careers and more, while acquiring the full benefits of a liberal arts education.
Students fulfill the major requirements by taking courses in advanced physics, mathematics, computer programming, and chemistry. Students will also take a senior research symposium, in which they apply knowledge gained through coursework to understanding current research and unsolved problems. Majors are also strongly encouraged to broaden their experience through research internships off campus.
The Department also offers a variety of general-interest courses designed for non-science majors, in which particular topics are explored as a way of understanding fundamental physics principles.
Degree
Bachelor of Arts in Physics
Minor
Physics
Career Ideas
Consultant, Doctor, Engineer, Entrepreneur, High School Teacher, Physicist, Video Game Designer
Program Director
Austin Purves, department chair, 914-323-5334, austin.purves@mville.edu
Faculty and Staff
Austin Purves
Full-Time Faculty
Austin Purves
Adjunct Faculty
Pooja Pathak
Ilya Reznikov
Degree