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Mathematics & Physics Interdisciplinary Program
Program Overview
The Interdisciplinary major provides a foundation in physical sciences with a strong emphasis on the mathematical techniques needed for analysis and modeling. It prepares the student for science or analysis careers which use these math tools along with problem-solving skills.
Programs of Study
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Mathematics & Physics BS: Program Goals, Advising Sheets & Flowcharts
Undergraduate Bulletin
Mathematics Course Descriptions
Physics Course Descriptions
Careers
This program is an excellent preparation for graduate school in mathematics, applied mathematics, physics, mathematical physics or other similar programs. It is also excellent preparation for many positions in industry, financial analysis of technology industries, research laboratories and teaching.
Curriculum
The standard physics B.S. requires four mathematics courses, 15 physics course, and 2 science electives. The Interdisciplinary Program requires 11 mathematics courses and 11 physics courses. The "core" requirements for the Interdisciplinary Program are the same as for the standard physics B.S.
Further Information
Department of Physics
Department of Mathematics
Faculty Advisors
Dr. Zbigniew Dziembowski
Department of Physics
A225 Barton Hall
215-204-7639
zbig.dziembowski@temple.eduDr. Boris Datskovsky
Department of Mathematics
215-204-7847
Wachman Hall, Room 632
bdats@temple.edu