Physics

Undergraduate
On Ground
120 hours
4 years

Physics at Harding

The physics degree is designed for students interested in studying the fundamental science of how things around us work. Our students are prepared for graduate studies in physics as well as careers where fundamental knowledge of science is applied. Students are provided a solid and challenging education and prepared to excel in diverse career paths where independent thinking, analytical skills and experimental skills are required.

Why study physics at Harding?

Baja Club

The Harding University Baja Club designs and builds an off-road vehicle to compete in a student design competition. The club seeks to:

  • promote Christ within a professional and encouraging atmosphere
  • provide opportunity for engineering growth and application
  • build team work, problem solving, communication and management skills
  • promote Harding’s engineering program to businesses, alumni and prospective students
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

The Harding student section of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is the professional society for electrical and computer engineering students. The section seeks to advance electrical and computer engineering at Harding through different activities, tours and the inviting of guest speakers to the campus, while promoting a Christian worldview.

Christian Perspective

The mission of the department of engineering and physics is to prepare Christian professionals to assume leadership roles in their fields, to improve the quality of life for individuals and society, and to contribute to an enhanced understanding of God's creation.

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American Society of Mechanical Engineers

The goal of the Harding University student chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers is to advance and disseminate the knowledge of mechanical engineering; provide an initial means of contact with the professional industrial world by means of tours, guest speakers, participating in related industry events and involvement in ASME events; prepare students for standardized professional testing; and promote development of an ethical and community conscientious student and future engineer with a Christian worldview.

Minors
  • Human-centered design
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Physics
Biomedical Engineering Society

The Biomedical Engineering Society is the professional society for biomedical engineering and bioengineering. The Harding University student chapter of BMES was chartered in 2013 and its purpose is to give glory to our creator, advance biomedical engineering and life science technology at Harding, and embrace the overall mission of BMES.

Other societies

The student sections of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Institute of Steel Construction are professional societies for civil engineering and construction science majors. This dual section seeks to advance civil engineering and construction science students in the areas of construction, environmental, transportation, geotechnical and structural fields. The student section promotes professional development and service to the community.

What can you do with a degree in physics?

Geophysicists

Geophysicists study physical properties and processes of Earth to understand geological structures and phenomena. Research can be applied in various fields such as natural resource exploration, environmental monitoring and hazard assessments.

Research

A career in physics research involves investigating the fundamental principles governing the universe through experimentation, theory development and analysis. Physicists work in diverse fields such as astrophysics, particle physics, condensed matter physics and quantum mechanics. They often collaborate with international teams, publish findings in scientific journals and contribute to technological advancements that impact fields ranging from health care to materials science.

Biomedical instrument designers

Biomedical instrument design involves developing and creating specialized equipment and devices used in health care settings to diagnose, monitor and treat medical conditions. Biomedical instrument designers collaborate with health care professionals, engineers and researchers to design innovative solutions that improve patient care, enhance medical research capabilities and contribute to advancements in medical technology. 

WITH A FOCUS ON TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE FROM A CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW, WE EMPOWER STUDENTS TO MAKE A MEANINGFUL IMPACT AS ENGINEERS.
Dr. Zane Gastineau

Department Chair

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