about the program
Interested in research publication? You’ll learn what it takes to develop professional publication standards and what the profession demands in published research.
Through mentorship and course work, faculty help students develop an understanding and appreciation of the strengths and limitation of scientific thought. You’ll also be exposed to multimedia in your courses and assignments so that you’re prepared to make professional scientific presentations.
We offer two types of physics degrees to choose from, giving you greater flexibility in preparing for a career in science.
- Bachelor of Arts
Our Bachelor of Arts in Physics is designed for students who want a broad, interdisciplinary experience. The advantage of a BA is the opportunity to double major. A Physics/Mathematics dual major would an excellent choice for pre-engineering students. - Bachelor of Science
Our Bachelor of Science in Physics is designed for students who plan to attend graduate schools as a step in developing their physics career.
Physics majors will be provided a new iPad to increase their learning experience.
Advance Degree Opportunity
The MNU & Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science Cooperative Program gives MNU students an accelerated pathway to obtain dual bachelor’s degrees from MNU and from Washington University. Students choose to spend 3 years at MNU and then transfer to Washington University for 2 years to earn a bachelor's degree or for 3 years to get a bachelor’s and master’s degree in engineering. While studying at MNU, students also have time to pursue athletics, music, and other extracurricular activities. At Washington University, students have access to a top ranked engineering school with a wide variety of engineering specializations.
- Physics Teacher
- Astronomer
- Hydrogeologist
- Physicist
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Research Analyst

Sample Schedule
Freshman Year - First Semester
Course | # | Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
ENGL | 1503 | Comp I: Writing & Rhetoric | 3 |
CHEM | 1104 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
Elective | 3 | ||
MATH | 1405 | Calculus I | 5 |
FRST | 1101 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
Freshman Year - Second Semester
Course | # | Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
ENGL | 1703 | Comp 11: Writing & Research | 3 |
CHEM | 2105 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
MATH | 1504 | Calculus II | 4 |
BLIT | 1103 | Discovering the Old Testament | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Sophomore Year - First Semester
Course | # | Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
PHYS | 2005 | General Physics (Calculus Based) | 5 |
GNSC | 3103 | Computational Programming | 3 |
BLIT | 1203 | Discovering the New Testament | 3 |
PSYC | 1103 | General Psychology | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Sophomore Year - Second Semester
Course | # | Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
PHYS | 2105 | General Physics II (Calculus Based) | 5 |
PHYS | 3003 | Modern Physics | 3 |
MATH | 3104 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
MATH | 3404 | Differential Equations | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Junior Year - First Semester
Course | # | Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
PHYS | 3313 | Classical Mechanics I | 3 |
THEO | 2003 | Christian Beliefs | 3 |
MATH | 3703 | Statistics | 3 |
PHYS | 4603 | Computational Physics | 3 |
PHYS | 4001 | Special Topics in Physics | 1 |
Elective | 3 |
Junior Year - Second Semester
Course | # | Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
PHYS | 3203 | Electricity and Magnetism | 3 |
PHYS | 3323 | Classical Mechanics II | 3 |
FNAR | 1103 | Intro to Fine Arts | 3 |
PHIL | 2103 | Intro to Philosophy | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Senior Year - First Semester
Course | # | Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
PHYS | 3403 | Quantum Mechanics I | 3 |
PHYS | 4001 | Special Topics in Physics | 1 |
PHYS | 4102 | Physics Research | 2 |
COMM | 1303 | Public Speaking | 3 |
ENGL | 2003 | Intro to Literature | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Senior Year - Second Semester
Course | # | Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
PHYS | 3103 | Statistical Mechanics | 3 |
PHYS | 4403 | Quantum Mechanics II | 3 |
SOCI | 1003 | General Sociology | 3 |
GNSC | 3903 | Environmental Biology | 3 |
HLEX | Exercise Class | 2 | |
Elective | 3 |
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Wired Wednesday
Developed specifically for Traditional Undergraduate Students, MNU launched a new schedule in 2020. Semester-long courses are now held on Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday for 75 minutes each.

success stories
As an MNU student, you’ll encounter not only academic growth and career preparation but you’ll also transform through spiritual growth and time spent in service and mission. We think that’s a
recipe for success in today’s global world.