Physics — study plan
- Credit hours
- 135
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 41
- Degree
- bachelor
The Physics study plan at University of Nizwa is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 135 credit hours across 41 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 27 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB100 | Arabic Language I | 3 |
| ARAB101 | Arabic Language II | 3 |
| ENGL150 | English Language I | 3 |
| ENGL152 | English Language II | 3 |
| COMP101/L | Computer Skills | 3 |
| MATH116 | Pre-Calculus | 4 |
| PHYS101/L | General Physics I | 4 |
| CHEM101/L | General Chemistry I | 4 |
Year 2 32 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL155 | Communication Skills | 3 |
| HIST150 | Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| MNGT100 | Entrepreneurship: Creativity and Innovation | 3 |
| MATH211 | Calculus I | 4 |
| STAT101 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| COMP151/L | Introduction to Algorithms | 4 |
| PHYS150/L | General Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS204 | Modern Physics | 4 |
| MATH212 | Calculus II | 3 |
Year 3 32 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS205/L | Experimental Methods in Electronics | 3 |
| PHYS207/L | Thermodynamics | 4 |
| MATH215 | Ordinary Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHYS220 | Introduction to Laser Science | 3 |
| PHYS256 | Electromagnetism and Applications I | 3 |
| PHYS260/L | Sound and Optics | 4 |
| PHYS301 | Quantum Mechanics I | 3 |
| PHYS311/L | Experimental Methods in Atomic & Nuclear Physics | 3 |
| UE | University Elective Elective | 3 |
| CE1 | College Elective I Elective | 3 |
Year 4 44 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS365 | Thermal and Statistical Physics | 3 |
| PHYS404 | Solid State Physics | 3 |
| PHYS405/L | Nuclear Science and Applications | 3 |
| PHYS490 | Final Year Project | 6 |
| PHYS488 | Internship Course Elective | 2 |
| CE2 | College Elective II Elective | 3 |
| PHYS303 | Classical Mechanics I Elective | 3 |
| PHYS306 | Electromagnetism and Applications II Elective | 3 |
| PHYS370 | Quantum Mechanics II Elective | 3 |
| PHYS375 | Materials Science Elective | 3 |
| PHYS467 | Astrophysics Elective | 3 |
| PHYS358/L | Computational Physics Elective | 3 |
| PHYS269 | Electrical and Magnetic Properties of Materials Elective | 3 |
| PHYS323 | Acoustics and Vibrations Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Physics
How many credit hours is Physics at University of Nizwa?
Physics at University of Nizwa requires completing 135 credit hours to graduate, spread across 41 courses.
How many years is Physics at University of Nizwa?
The study plan for Physics spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Physics award?
Physics at University of Nizwa awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 135 credit hours.
Is Physics offered at other universities?
Yes, Physics is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.