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Department of Physics and Physical Oceanography

Physics & Physical Oceanography

The Department of Physics and Physical Oceanography provides quality programs leading to B.S. and B.A. degrees in Physics, Coastal Engineering or 3+2 Physics/Electrical Engineering degrees.

The department excels in teaching, research and service. It provides courses that stimulate intellectual curiosity, imagination, rational thinking and thoughtful expression, with a strong commitment to providing student research opportunities.

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Undergraduate Programs & Minors

The subject matter of physics is the physical universe and the primary reason for studying physics is to gain a unifying understanding of the world around us.

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Research

From elementary particle physics to cryospheric science to coastal management, our faculty and students are researching the world around us.

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UNCW Research: Arctic Expedition 2019

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