Bachelor of Science (Honours) Physics

Course Overview

Physics is a fundamental science that provides a basis for our understanding of the physical world. Whether it is an electron, X-rays or a star, there is an area of study in physics that explains it. Hence, the applications of physics are wide-ranging from electronics, medical science, to space research. 

This programme is designed to equip students with theoretical and practical knowledge in both the fundamentals of physics as well as in its applications in modern technologies.

Students will learn to appreciate and understand physics through a hands-on approach in a laboratory setting with state-of-the-art equipment. Besides academic development, this programme also aims to equip students with the proper communication and entrepreneurial skills. 

Physics is a subject that develops analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle large amounts of complex information, all of which are essential for career advancement.

Curriculum

Year 1

• Digital Electronics 
• Electricity and Magnetism 
• Electromagnetism 
• Electronic Circuits 
• Fundamentals of Programming 
• Mathematics Techniques for Physics I 
• Mathematics Techniques for Physics II 
• Mathematics for Physics I 
• Mechanics and Special Relativity 
• Oscillations and Waves 
• Physics Laboratory I 
• Physics Laboratory II 
• Quantum Mechanics 
• Semiconductor Physics and Devices 
• Thermal Physics​
   

Year 2

• Atomic and Molecular Physics 
• Classical Mechanics 
• Co-Curriculum 
• Computational Physics 
• Elective I
• Mathematics for Physics II 
• MPU1* 
• Optics​
   
• Physics Laboratory III 
• Physics Laboratory IV 
• Sociology in Malaysia Context ​
   
• Solid State Physics 
• Statistical Physics​
• Thermal and Statistical Physics 

Year 3

• Elective I 
• English for Professionals Communication​
   
• Entrepreneurship 
• Industrial Training 
• MPU1** 
• National Language/Other Language 
• Nuclear Physics 
• Project 
• Project Management 
• Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies ​
   

Elective I - Choose 4 course(s)

• Information Optics 
• Medical Imaging 
• Microelectronic Circuit Analysis 
• Microelectronic Fabrication 
• Optoelectronics 
• Photonics Integration 
• Plasma Physics 
• Process Integration and IC Manufacturing 
• Quantum Computing 
• Renewable Energy
• Solar Cell Technology​
   

• MPU 1* - Choose 1 course

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    • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa - For Local Students 
    • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students 

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• MPU 1** - Choose 1 course

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    • Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students 
    • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban  - For Local Students 

National Language/Other Languages - Choose 1 course(s)
 

• Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) - For Malaysian only, without SPM-BM credit
• Communication Tamil For Health Sciences
• Introduction to French
• Introduction to German Language
   
• Introduction to Japanese
   
• Introduction to Korean
   
• Introduction to Tamil Language
   
• Introduction to Thai Language

Co-curriculum - Choose 1 course(s)

• Art, Craft, and Design
• Arts and Cultural Performance
• Community Project
   
• Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
   
• Language, Culture and Social Study Aboard
• Leadership and Teambuilding
   
• Managing Personal Finance
   
• Management of Martial Arts Activity
   
• Management of Sports Activity
• Music Performance
   
• Oral Communication
   
• Social Entrepreneurship Project
   
• Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
   
• Team Work and Collaborative Project
   
• Work Ethics and EQ

Entry Requirements

• UTAR Foundation Programme
• STPM: Grade C/C+ in 2 relevant subjects depending on the programs (except M.B.B.S. and Quantity Surveying)
• A-Level: Grade D in 2 or 3 relevant subjects
• UEC: Grade B in 5 relevant subjects
• SAM: ATAR 70 and Grade B in at least 2 relevant subjects
• CPU: An average of 70% in 6 relevant subjects (depending on programs)
• Matriculation Certificate, Ministry of Education
• Foundation/Diploma in the relevant fields
• Other recognized equivalent qualifications

Career Prospects

• Lecturer 
• Reseacher Scientist 
• Microelectronic Designer 
• Optical Instrument Designer 
• Consumer Goods Producer 
• Fiber Optic & Telecommunication Personnel