Physical Sciences
Revealing insights at the core of new developments to benefit humanity and improving our understanding of the foundation for all sciences.
Why study the physical sciences?
Understand underlying forces that drive the universe and our material world. Conduct research that can bring about new technologies, lead to advances in energy and the environment and enable breakthroughs in our understanding.
The amazing programs and environment that UT offers attracted me. Not only is UT a top-tier research university, it has tons to offer socially and culturally.”
Oxana Chingaeva
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Majors and Degrees
Degree options span the physical sciences.
Astronomy
Astronomy, B.A.
Astronomy, B.S.A.*
Astronomy, B.S.*
Astronomy, Ph.D.
Chemistry
Chemistry, B.A.
Chemistry, B.S.A.
Chemistry, B.S.*
with concentration options available:
Computation, Chemical Physics and Instruction, Molecular Theory and Simulation, Materials Chemistry, Synthesis and Chemical Biology, Teaching (UTeach various certifications)
Semiconductor Science & Engineering, M.S.
Chemistry, Ph.D.
Physics
Physics, B.A.
Physics, B.S.A.*
Physics, B.S.*
with concentration options available:
Computation, Radiation Physics, Space Sciences, Biophysics, Teaching (UTeach various certifications)
Physics, M.A.
Applied Physics, M.S.
Semiconductor Science & Engineering, M.S.
Physics, Ph.D.
*Option to specialize in honors
All majors in this area are math-intensive
While we do not offer an astrophysics major, there’s a recommended path for preparing students for graduate school through double majoring in astronomy and physics, adding four upper-division physics courses for an astronomy major.
Conduct Research
Students gain firsthand experience through research alongside faculty in these disciplines. Our Freshman Research Initiative has courses and research opportunities in areas like the ones below.
Physical Sciences Advising
Got an interest in physical sciences but not sure what to do next? When you are a student, advisors can help you navigate possibilities, from majors to degree options to alignment with careers.
