Bachelor of Arts in Physics

The Bachelor of Arts degree is ideal for students pursuing careers in other fields (e.g. law, finance or business management). This degree provides a strong science background in physics, while allowing the flexibility to pusue a minor or double major.

Degree listings here reflect current requirements. Since actual graduation requirements depend on the specific year which a student enters USC, students should always consult with their faculty advisor to determine course selection.

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Sample Program

Bachelor of Arts Physics
Year 1
Fall Units
Math 125 4
Chem 105aL 4
Phys 190 1
GE - Social Issues 4
WRIT 140 4
Total 17
Spring Units
Math 126 4
Phys 151L 4
Chem 105bL 4
GE Requirement 4

Total 16
Year 2
Fall Units
Math 226 4
Phys 152L 4
Foreign Language 4
GE Requirement 4
Total 16
Spring Units
Math 245 4
Phys 153L 4
Foreign Language 4
GE Requirement 4
Total 16
Year 3
Fall Units
Math 445 4
Phys 304 4
Foreign Language 4
GE Requirement 4
Total 16
Spring Units
Phys 316 4
Phys 438a 4
Writ 340 4
Elective 4
Total 16
Year 4
Fall Units
Phys 408a 4
Phys 492L 4
Elective 4
Elective 4
Total 16
Spring Units
Restricted Elective 4
Elective 4
Elective 4
Elective 4
Total 16