Majoring in Physics at Bryn Mawr College
The Physics program at Bryn Mawr College provides a rich array of courses
and research opportunities in the context of a strong liberal arts curriculum.
You can pursue a breadth of interests while also preparing a solid foundation
for advanced work in graduate school or for a career with a B.A. degree. You
will learn the mathematical language of physics and develop a strong conceptual
base in the core areas of physics. You will develop skills in effective
communication, computer modeling, and experimental technique. As part
of our physics community you will have opportunities to interact with visiting
professors through our colloquia series and work with your peers, graduate
students and postdoctoral students in research and in the classroom.
For information on majoring in Physics, check out The Physics Major's Handbook.
The training you receive in posing questions, pursuing answers, and communicating your results is useful in a broad range of careers. While many of our majors have choosen to go on to advanced study in physics or a related area, others have entered industry with a B.A. as engineers, computer analysts, and other types of technical staff. Others have gone into medicine, investment and finance, publishing, or have opened their own businesses. Many have also gone into teaching, taking advantage of our new B.A./M.A. teacher certification program. For more information on careers in physics you can check out our Physics Career page.
Miscellaneous information for majors:
