Physics

Deep Understanding & Complex Problem Solving

A Physics degree readies students to tackle complex problems and to grasp the fundamental laws that govern everything. Through coursework and hands-on experimentation students will develop analytical and critical thinking skills that they need to solve problems in many fields.

Where Innovation Meets Experimentation

Students in the Physics program at Wentworth develop a skillset with strength in mathematics, logic, computer programming (coding), and experimental design. The Physics curriculum is designed to teach through hands-on learning in labs, courses, and co-ops that involve cutting edge research.

A Strong Foundation

Students who graduate from the Physics program are equipped with versatile and flexible skills. They may go on to gain employment in the fields of environmental science, medicine and medical technology, defense, data science, computer science, and other industries, in addition to traditional physics jobs. Students may also opt for post-graduate study in either Physics or areas like law and business.

Highly Marketable Skills

A degree in Physics opens the door to a broad range of occupations and job titles, including: biophysicists, nuclear engineers, materials scientists, atmospheric and space scientists, astronomers, traditional physicists, and nuclear technicians.

Over the next 10 years, employment demand is expected to grow by 37% for physicists in Massachusetts according to Lightcast Analyst.

The top employers for Physics in MA:

MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Physical Sciences
Beth Israel Lahey Health
MITRE Corporation
Massachusetts General Hospital
UMass Memorial Health
Varian Medical Systems
Baystate Health
Draper
Mass General Brigham
Bosch

The Course Catalog will be posted for this degree later this summer. 

The Wentworth Physics program is founded on modern pedagogy, accessibility, and exploration. Students are welcomed to the physics community through highly adaptable exploratory courses and an introductory sequence. Through active learning and hands-on laboratory activities, students develop widely transferable mathematical, experimental, and computational skills that are in high demand. And following project-based assignments, co-ops, and senior thesis courses that involve students in cutting edge research, students graduate as self-directed learners ready to confront the world critically and apply their training in a variety of exciting careers.

Coursework May Include:

Engineering Physics I & II
Calculus I & II
Optics
Multivariable Calculus
Thermal Physics
Differential Equations
Modern Physics
Classical Mechanics
Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory
Electrodynamics
Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
Advanced Laboratory Techniques in Physics
Computational Physics
Senior Thesis I & II

In addition, general education requirements at Wentworth include:

English Sequence
Sciences/Math/Computer Science Electives
Humanities or Social Science Electives
Co-op Working Semesters