Physics — study plan
- Credit hours
- 130
- Levels
- 9
- Courses
- 56
- Degree
- bachelor
The Physics study plan at Shaqra University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (9 academic levels), requiring 130 credit hours across 56 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SLM 1202 | Social values in Islam | 2 |
| IT 1301 | Computer skills | 3 |
| CHEM 1304 | Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| MATH 1304 | Introduction to Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MATH 1307 | Calculus 1 | 3 |
| PHYS 1401 | Physics 1 | 4 |
Level 2 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CUR 1201 | Academic skills | 2 |
| ENG 1301 | English Language | 3 |
| MATH 1308 | Calculus 2 | 3 |
| PHYS 1321 | Classical Mechanics 1 | 3 |
| PHYS 1402 | Physics 2 | 4 |
| PHYS 1403 | Methods of Theoretical Physics 1 | 4 |
Level 3 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 1306 | Differential equations | 3 |
| PHYS 2311 | Computer Application in Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 2312 | Electricity and Magnetism 1 | 3 |
| PHYS 2313 | Classical Mechanics 2 | 3 |
| PHYS 2314 | Waves and Vibrations | 3 |
| PHYS 2415 | Methods of Theoretical Physics 2 | 4 |
Level 4 13 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 2221 | Electromagnetic Lab | 2 |
| PHYS 2224 | Wave Physics Lab | 2 |
| PHYS 2322 | Electricity and Magnetism 2 | 3 |
| PHYS 2323 | Optics | 3 |
| PHYS 2325 | Modern Physics | 3 |
Level 5 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SLM 1201 | Principles of Islam | 2 |
| ARB 1201 | Language Skills | 2 |
| PHYS 3213 | Modern Physics Lab | 2 |
| PHYS 3311 | Electronics | 3 |
| PHYS 3412 | Nuclear Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 3314 | Quantum Mechanics | 4 |
Level 6 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 3223 | Introduction to Nanoscience and Technology | 2 |
| PHYS 3225 | Nuclear Physics Laboratory | 2 |
| PHYS 3324 | Laser Physics | 4 |
| PHYS 3326 | Computational Physics | 4 |
| PHYS 3421 | Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics | 4 |
| PHYS 3422 | Solid Physics | 4 |
Level 7 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4113 | Physics Seminar | 1 |
| PHYS 4211 | Solid State Physics Lab | 2 |
| PHYS 4312 | Atomic and Molecular Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 4314 | Semiconductor Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 4315 | Selected Topics in Applied Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 4399 | Research Project | 3 |
Level 8 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 4699 | Cooperative Training | 6 |
Elective Courses 37 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1302 | Physical Chemistry | 3 |
| HIS 2201 | National History | 2 |
| BA 2201 | Entrepreneurship | 2 |
| SLM 2202 | Jurisprudence of Worship | 2 |
| ARB 2201 | Arabic Writing | 2 |
| IS 2201 | Digital Transformation | 2 |
| PHYS 3327 | Physics of Solar cells | 3 |
| PHYS 3328 | Introduction to Materials Science | 3 |
| PHYS 3329 | Plasma Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 3330 | Renewable energy | 3 |
| PHYS 4325 | Physical spectroscopic analysis | 3 |
| PHYS 4326 | Introduction to Quantum Information and Computing | 3 |
| PHYS 4327 | Cosmology and the Early universe | 3 |
| PHYS 4328 | Radiation and Health Physics | 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 Shaqra University?
Physics at Shaqra University requires completing 130 credit hours to graduate, spread across 56 courses.
How many years is Physics at Shaqra University?
The study plan for Physics spans about 5 years (9 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Physics award?
Physics at Shaqra University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 130 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.