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Jul 30, 2025
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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
Applied Physics, B.S.
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Major Requirements
Major Requirements: 55 Credit Hours at UC plus 30 Semester Credit Hours in Engineering at University of Kentucky. Exit Exam: ETS Required Physics Core Courses: 15 Credit Hours
Required Physics Theory Courses: Choose 6 Credit Hours
Required Physics Experiment Courses: 6 Credit Hours
Required Mathematics Courses: 15 Credit Hours
Required Mathematics Elective Courses: Choose 6 Credit Hours
Required Chemistry Courses: 4 Credit Hours
Required Information Technology Science Course: 3 Credit Hours
Engineering Courses at University of Kentucky: 30 Credit Hours
No more than 9 credit hours may be taken at the 100 - 200 level. The remaining 21 credit hours must be at the 300 - 400 level. Notes:
The Applied Physics major is designed for students pursuing the dual-degree (3-2) engineering option, which leads to two bachelor’s degrees. While most Applied Physics majors transfer to the University of Kentucky, other ABET-accredited engineering schools may be acceptable, pending case-by-case approval. Because engineering schools and specific branches of engineering have varying core course requirements, Applied Physics majors are responsible for understanding the prerequisites of their intended program. The typical curriculum consists of three years at UC followed by two years at UK, though this timeframe may vary depending on personal circumstances. UC strongly recommends that students complete introductory engineering courses during the summer prior to transferring. Some engineering branches may require additional coursework (often in physics, mathematics, programming, chemistry, or biology), which can extend the time needed to complete both degrees. For those transferring to the University of Kentucky, completing the full UC general education curriculum qualifies students as UK Gen Ed Certified, allowing them to transfer those credits as a block rather than meeting UK Core requirements individually. |
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