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Physics, Minor

This minor is a useful adjunct for many majors and not just the obvious scientific careers such as engineering, math, astronomy, etc. With the Physics minor, students demonstrate a grasp of the way things work, of laws that govern the universe and the sub-nuclear. This minor will enhance students’ ability to keep abreast in an ever-changing technological world, so relevant to most careers.

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  • A minor is earned in conjunction with a bachelor's degree.

    To receive a minor (18 to 24 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0. At least 12 units of the minor must be unique to that minor and not applied to any other minor.

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In addition to University Requirements:

  • Complete individual plan requirements.

Please note that students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.

No more than 50% of the units used to satisfy minor requirements may be used to satisfy major requirements.

Minimum Units for Completion19
Highest Mathematics RequiredMAT 137

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Minor Requirements
  • Take the following 19 units:

    • PHY 161, PHY 262, PHY 263 (10 units)
    • Additional courses in physics at the 200 level or above (9 units)
  • Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also take. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.

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Department of Applied Physics and Materials Science
Location
Room 118 Building 20
Science Annex
525 S Beaver St
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
Mailing Address
PO Box 6053
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
Email
apms@nau.edu
Phone
928-523-5189