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البرامج الأكاديمية - تفاصيل البرنامج

Bachelor of Science in Physics

The program aims to prepare a female staff specialized in the field of Physics

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

The specialization aims to understand and interpret natural phenomena in the universe, such as magnetism, its causes, effects, and applications in electricity and device manufacturing like light and laser and their impact on life. It also includes understanding various fields like spectroscopy, radiation, mechanics, quantum physics, and their applications in medicine and industry through theoretical and applied studies.

Career opportunities

Employment in higher education institutions and public education, technical professions (such as working in scientific and technological research centers like King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy, or research and analysis centers and radiation therapy).

Program Information

College of Science
Department of Physics
Major Physics
Academic degree Bachelor of Science in Physics
Language of instruction English
Duration 4 Years

Program Details

  1. Provide graduates with integrated knowledge of physical sciences through distinguished education, keeping pace with the requirements of the knowledge society and meeting the needs of the labor market.
  2. Empower graduates with the knowledge and skills required to apply critical thinking to solve problems in fields related to physical sciences.
  3. Provide graduates with effective communication skills using various techniques to enhance confidence in the work environment.
  4. Provide an academic environment that develops teamwork skills and promotes self-learning and personal and social responsibility.
  5. Strengthening the role of physics in the culture of society in accordance with Islamic principles.
  1. Knowledge and understanding
  2. K.1 — Define/Describe the concepts and laws of Physics
  3. K.2 — Recognize mathematical theories and tools commonly used in physics.
  4. K.3 — Record experimental results and represent data graphically
  5. Skills
  6. S.1 — Apply physics concepts and laws to solve problems.
  7. S.2 — Identify appropriate models to solve problems using advanced mathematics /computer programs
  8. S.3 — Analyze the results of experiments that study physical phenomena
  9. S.4 — Communicate scientific findings/concepts written and orally.
  10. S.5 — Present reports using information technology and the latest modes of communication
  11. S.6 — Illustrate technical skills in conducting experiments
  12. Values
  13. V.1 — Demonstrate the follow-up on new developments in physics
  14. V.2 — Work individually or in teams in laboratories and on research projects professionally
  1. Intellectual depth and breadth of knowledge in physics and related sciences
  2. Utilizing knowledge in research, creativity, and problem solving.
  3. Critical thinking, objectivity, and open- minded skills.
  4. Leadership and teamwork skills
  5. Lifelong learning, adaptability and resilience.
  6. Communication skills.
  7. Sense of societal responsibility.
  8. Ethics and integrity skills.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One BIO 101 General Biology 3 —
Level One ENG 101-1 English language (1) 3 —
Level One MATH 101 Calculus(1) 3 —
Level One PHYS 101 General Physics (1) 3 —
Level One PHYS 111 Classical Mechanics (1) 3 ( PHYS101OR PHYS101T )AND ( MATH101OR MATH101T )
Level One PHYS 190 Scientific Research Skills 2 —
Level One PHYS 291 Electricity & Mechanics Lab 1 —
Level Two PHYS 221 Fundamentals of Electromagnetism 3 PHYS101OR HFSP101-1OR PHYS101T
Level Two ENG 102-2 English language (2) 3 ENG101-1OR ( ENG101AND ENG102 )
Level Two CHEM 101 General Chemistry (1) 3 —
Level Two MATH 103 Calculus (II) 4 —
Level Two PHYS 131 Vibrations & Waves 3 ( MATH101OR MATH101T )AND ( PHYS111OR PHYS211T )
Level Three MATH 161 General Statistics 3 —
Level Three MATH 242 Principles of Linear Algebra 3 MATH101OR MATH101T
Level Three PHYS 203 Computer application in Physics 3 ( MATH103OR Math102OR MATH102TOR MATH103T )AND ( PHYS101OR PHYS101T )
Level Three PHYS 222 Electromagnetism (1) 3 PHYS221OR PHYS221TOR MPHYS220
Level Three PHYS 261 Optics 3 PHYS131OR PHYS131TOR MPHYS140
Level Three PHYS 292 Optics Lab 1 PHYS261TOR PHYS261 YOR MPHYS140
Level Three PHYS 293 Electromagnetism Lab 1 PHYS222TOR PHYS222 Y
Level Four PHYS 212 Classical Mechanics (2) 3 ( PHYS111OR PHYS211T )AND ( MATH242TOR MATH242 )
Level Four PHYS 241 Thermodynamics 3 ( PHYS101OR PHYS101TOR HFSP101-1 )AND ( MATH103TOR Math102OR MATH102TOR MATH103 )
Level Four PHYS 323 Electronics 3 ( PHYS221OR PHYS221TOR MPHYS220 )AND ( PHYS395 YOR PHYS395T )
Level Four PHYS 351 Modem Physics 3 PHYS222OR PHYS222T
Level Four PHYS 395 Electronics Lab 1 PHYS323TOR PHYS323 YOR MPHYS322 Y
Level Four MATH 225 Principles of Differential Equations 4 MATH103TOR MATH103OR MATH102TOR Math102
Level Five PHYS 371 Solid-state Physics 3 PHYS323TOR PHYS323OR MPHYS220
Level Five PHYS 381 Nuclear Physics (1) 3 PHYS351OR PHYS351T
Level Five PHYS 394 Modern Physics Lab 1 PHYS351TOR PHYS351 Y
Level Five PHYS 302 Mathematical Physics (1) 3 ( MATH225OR MATH225T )
Level Five PHYS 352 Atomic & molecular Spectra 3 PHYS351TOR PHYS351
Level Six PHYS 313 Quantum Mechanics (1) 3 ( PHYS212OR PHYS212T )AND ( PHYS351OR PHYS351T )
Level Six PHYS 324 Electromagnetism (2) 3 ( PHYS222OR PHYS222T )AND ( MATH225TOR MATH225 )
Level Six PHYS 396 Solid-state Physics Lab 1 PHYS371 YOR PHYS371T
Level Six PHYS 397 Atomic & molecular Spectra lab 1 PHYS452TOR PHYS352 Y
Level Six phys 498 Nuclear Physics Lab 1 PHYS481TOR PHYS381 Y
Level Seven PHYS 499 Graduation Project 2 PHYS486OR PHYS475OR PHYS415OR PHYS464OR PHYS455
Level Seven PHYS 442 Thermal & Statistical Physics 3 ( PHYS313OR PHYS313T )AND ( PHYS241OR PHYS141T )
Level Eight PHYS 400 Co-op Training 6 PHYS499OR PHYS499T

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

College Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
Cult 2201 Health Education 2
ENGL 204 Reading and Translation of Scientific Texts 2
ISLS 205 Scientific Miracles in Qur'an and Sunnah 2
MPH 242 Health Education 2
NUR 201 Sociology of Health & Illness 2
NUR 206 Health Education 2
NUR 251 Introduction to Professional Nursing 2
Cult 2101 Health Education 2

Elective Specialization Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
PHYS 307 Programming in physics (1) 2
PHYS 308 Programming in Physics (2) 2
PHYS 415 Research design in Theoretical and Computational Physics 3
PHYS 455 Research design in Plasma and Biophysics 3
PHYS 464 Research design in Laser and Optics Spectroscopy 3
PHYS 475 Research design in Material Science 3
PHYS 486 Research design in Nuclear and Radiation Physics 3
PHYS 404 Mathematical Physics (2) 3
PHYS 414 Quantum Mechanics (2) 3
PHYS 425 Plasma Physics and its Applications 3
PHYS 456 Bio-Physics 3
PHYS 462 Astronomy 3
PHYS 463 Laser Physics & Its Applications 3
PHYS 472 Semiconductor Physics 3
PHYS 473 Material science 3
PHYS 474 Nano Technology 3
PHYS 482 Nuclear Physics (2) 3
PHYS 483 Radiation Physics 3
PHYS 484 Radiation and Health Physics 3
PHYS 485 Elementary Particles 3
PHYS 405 Computer Applications 3
PHYS 406 Computer Applications2(simulation) 3

Academic Credits

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