Key Aspects of a Physics Degree
A degree in physics allows a student to develop very specific knowledge:
- an understanding of the key laws of physics and how to apply them in various settings
- an appreciation for the complementary roles that experiment and theory play in the intellectual development of the field
while strengthening more general skills:
- a deep capacity for critical quantitative reasoning
- the ability to formulate a scientific question or problem
- the ability to communicate effectively
Teaching and Research Integration
There are 31 members of the physics faculty and about 100 graduate students in the department. Since we currently enroll about 15-20 new physics concentrators each year, the faculty-to-student ratio is quite high and opportunities for faculty interaction are abundant. All of the professors teach in addition to carrying out research programs, and all courses are taught by professors.
In our labs and seminars, you will find a lively mix of faculty, graduate students and undergraduates all working together with a common love of physics. There are many outstanding research opportunities at Brown at the forefront of the most important areas of physics.
Contact the Physics Concentration Advisor or the Student Affairs Manager for additional information and answers to your questions about the concentration:
