UNAM Bachelor of Science in Physics : Geology Stream

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1 UNAM Bachelor of Science in Physics : Geology Stream

1.1 Degree

1.2 Admission Criteria

1.3 Duration of Study

1.4 Modules

1.5 See Also

Degree

Bachelor of Science Honours

Admission Criteria

To register for a B.Sc. in Physics (Honours), a candidate needs to have obtained at least a C-symbol in both NSSC Mathematics and NSSC Physical Science (or equivalent qualifications)

Duration of Study

A student should be able to complete this programme in a minimum of four (4) years.

Modules

Year 1, Semester 1
English Comunication & Study Skills
Computer Literacy
Basic Mathematics
Analytic Geometry
Matrices & Complex Numbers
Physics for Physical Sciences I
Programming I
Introduction to Physical Geology & Surface Processes

Year 1, Semester 2
English for Academic Purposes
Contemporary Social Issues
Precalculus
Physics for Physical Sciences II
Introduction to Earth Systems

Year 2, Semester 1
Mechanics & Waves
Optics
Calculus I
Sets and Logic
Introduction to Hydrology
Electromagnetism

Year 2, Semester 2
Electromagnetism
Electronics
Calculus II
Ordinary Differential Equations
Elementary Linear Algebra
Introductory Petrology
Geological Mapping & Stratigraphy

Year 3, Semester 1
Electrodynamics
Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory
Computational Physics
Real Analysis I*
Regional Geology of Namibia
Plate Tectonics

Year 3, Semester 2
Analytical Mechanics
Modern Physics
Research Methodology
Structural Geology I

Year 4, Semester 1
Quantum Mechanics
Statistical Mechanics
Advanced Electrodynamics**
Plasma Physics**
Research Project

Year 4, Semester 2
Research Project
Solid State Physics
Nuclear Physics
Optics & Laser Physics**
Astrophysics**
Advanced Potential Field Methods