Bachelor of Science in Physics
About This Programme
A 124-credit degree covering mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum and computational physics, with focus areas in Engineering Physics, Space Science or Physics Education and senior projects. Prepares graduates for research, medical physics, space and astronomy, education and industry.
Course Highlights
- Core spans mechanics, electricity and magnetism, quantum, thermal/statistical and computational physics
- Strong laboratory and computational training
- Two-semester senior research project plus an internship
- Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
What You'll Study
Four-year programme with instrumentation, computational and advanced physics laboratories, a summer internship, and a two-semester senior project.
Year 1
- General Chemistry I4 credits
- Academic English I3 credits
- Academic Development & Success1 credit
- Grand Challenges4 credits
- Calculus I4 credits
- Introduction to Computing - Python4 credits
- Academic English II3 credits
- Calculus II4 credits
- University Physics I4 credits
Year 2
- Business-Humanities Elective3 credits
- Linear Algebra3 credits
- Differential Equations3 credits
- Calculus III3 credits
- University Physics II4 credits
- General Chemistry II4 credits
- Physics Instrumentation I3 credits
- University Physics III4 credits
- Mathematical Physics4 credits
Year 3
- Business-Humanities Elective3 credits
- Computational Physics4 credits
- Intermediate Mechanics3 credits
- Electricity and Magnetism I4 credits
- Quantum Physics I4 credits
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence3 credits
- Career Preparation1 credit
- Advanced Laboratory I3 credits
- Thermal & Statistical Physics4 credits
- Technical Elective3 credits
- Physics Internship1 credit
Year 4
- Senior Project I3 credits
- Math, Science, or Engineering Elective4 credits
- Technical Elective3 credits
- Technical Elective3 credits
- Business-Humanities Elective3 credits
- Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship3 credits
- Enhancing Employability and Job Readiness1 credit
- Technical Elective3 credits
- Technical Elective3 credits
- Senior Project II3 credits
Entry Requirements
Shortlisted applicants sit the Khalifa University Admission Test (KUAT) in Mathematics and Physics. Preferable tests that strengthen an application: Math SAT 700, or a score of 3 in AP Calculus AB or BC, AP Physics C Mechanics or Electricity and Magnetism, AP Chemistry or AP Biology; no other AP subject is considered.
Careers
Graduates work in research, semiconductors, energy, data science and instrumentation, or continue to graduate study in physics and engineering.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).
Programme Details
Award
Bachelor of Science in Physics
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall)
Typical Offer
~80-90% in Maths and Physics; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 79; pass the Khalifa University Admission Test (KUAT) and a video interview
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Natural Sciences
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Bachelor of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 81,250/yr
Apply online at ugapply.ku.ac.ae for the Fall intake (deadline 2 March 2026); the application fee is AED 200. Scholarships are assessed automatically at admission - UAE nationals admitted directly study on a full tuition scholarship with accommodation, transport and textbooks, and international undergraduates compete for five merit tiers.