Engineering Physics Ranks First in Atomic Physics, continued

All students study the core theoretical subjects of mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermal physics, and quantum mechanics, supplemented by courses in mathematics, computation, and laboratory technique. The program can be tailored to a student's special interests through electives in engineering, physics, or other sciences.

The home department for the program, the Department of Physics in the College of Arts and Sciences, was recently ranked by U.S. News and World Report as the top program in the country in atomic, molecular, and optical physics. Through the Engineering Physics Program, students from the College of Engineering and Applied Science have access to extensive academic and research opportunities offered by the physics department. Examples include the Liquid Crystal Materials Research Center, JILA (the nation's leading atomic, molecular, and optical physics institute), the Center for Integrated Plasma Studies, the Condensed Matter Laboratory, and the Colorado Center for Information Storage.

Two degree programs are offered: A four-year bachelor of science in engineering physics and a five-year dual bachelor of science degree in engineering physics and business. physics.colorado.edu