BS in Applied Physics Mission, Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes

Program Mission

The mission of the BS in Applied Physics is to offer an excellent education in physical sciences that can be applied in various technical fields. The program carries out its mission within the context of liberal arts and sciences, and is committed to preparing students for teaching, research and industry careers.

Program Educational Objectives

Graduates will be able to: 

• Contribute to technological advances in Lebanon and the region.
• Pursue a variety of careers, including teaching, industry jobs, scientific research, etc …
• Use strong quantitative reasoning, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills that are valuable tools for both research and technical tracks.
• Respond to scientific challenges and be a lifelong learner.

Student Outcomes

Upon the completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a profound knowledge of experimental and theoretical physics.
• Acquire the skills needed to study various physical applications.
• Design, conduct and analyze laboratory experiments and correlate results with theoretical models.
• Demonstrate written, oral, and visual presentation skills to communicate scientific knowledge.
• Apply the scientific method to perform research.
• Work in teams, and on multidisciplinary topics.