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What will be the ultimate fate of the universe? Physicists explore questions such as these, studying the behavior of nature from the largest to the smallest scales, and from the fundamental to the immediately practical. Albert Einstein once wrote that "the most incomprehensible thing about the universe is that it is comprehensible." Physics is concerned with discovering patterns and regularities in nature and finding ways to describe and explain these patterns in order to help us better understand the world around us. |
The Barbara Deer Kuss Science center is
home to the Physics Department.
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Wittenberg's physics program is designed to give you a foundation of sufficient depth
and breadth to enable you to pursue physics at the graduate level or to embark on other
technical careers. Our curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience with laboratory equipment
and computer applications as well as the development of technical communication skills,
all of which are highly valued by employers and graduate programs.
All physics majors gain research experience in a senior capstone project of their choosing; faculty are active in mentoring students in these capstone projects. Many students do additional research or participate in off-campus internships. Our students regularly present their research at national and regional professional society meetings. Many physics majors find on-campus employment as tutors in physics or the Math Workshop, or assisting faculty with special projects. More than 60% of Wittenberg physics majors go on to graduate school in physics, astronomy,
engineering, or related fields. Graduate programs attended by our recent graduates include:
Physicists have knowledge and skills that are applicable to a wide
range of problems. Consequently, physicists are always in demand by employers.
Jobs held by our recent graduates include:
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