The Undergraduate Bulletin contains the official list of major requirements. However, students will meet all their requirements by completing the major requirements listed below, meeting the department’s retention and GPA requirements, and completing TCNJ’s College Core requirements. Below are additional program documents and other information about the major. For more information, please contact your advisor or the department chair.
Physics Core Courses (7.25 units)
- PHY 099
- PHY 203
- PHY 204
- PHY 299
- PHY 306
- PHY 321
- PHY 356
- PHY 401
- PHY 421
Secondary Education Core Courses (10 units)
- EFN 299
- SED 224
- SPE 103
- PHY 390
- SED 399
- RAL 328
- PHY 490
- SED 498
Physics Options and STEM Electives (3.0 units)
- Students must complete an additional Physics course with lab component: PHY 220, 311, 345, 411, or 451
- Students complete an additional 2 course units by taking courses within the Schools of Science or Engineering.
Correlate Courses (2.0 units)
- MAT 127
- MAT 128
Additional Documents:
- One-page planner
- Four-Year Schedule for Physics and Secondary Education Majors
- Empty Google Sheet for 4-year planner (you will be prompted to make a copy)