Description
The Bachelor’s Degree in Physics is a higher education qualification in the field of physical sciences. It certifies that graduates possess academic and experimental knowledge in the fundamental areas of physics. The qualification demonstrates that graduates understand the physical principles governing the structure and behaviour of matter and energy, from microscopic particles to large-scale astrophysical systems. It also certifies the development of analytical thinking, mathematical modelling and experimental investigation skills. The degree corresponds to Level 6 of the Hellenic and European Qualifications Frameworks and provides access to postgraduate studies or employment in science and technology sectors.
Relation to Employment
Graduates may work in research institutes, laboratories, energy companies, technology industries or education. They may also work in fields such as telecommunications, biomedical technology, energy systems and data analysis.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (High School Diploma) and successful participation in national-level examinations.
Knowledge
The expected learning outcomes of the undergraduate program in the Department of Physics are that, upon graduation, students in the Department of Physics are expected to have achieved the following objectives:
• Familiarity with laboratory and experimental methodologies for studying and collecting data on the fundamental concepts underlying physical phenomena, and the ability to process such data.
• Knowledge and ability to use various problem-solving strategies—not just one per problem—in combination with justifying the approach they took to solve it.
• Tools and encouragement for lifelong learning.
Skills
• Familiarity with basic physics laboratory equipment, electronic problem-solving software, and the use of programming as a method for solving specific problems.
• Understanding the necessity of using theoretical and numerical calculations and applying them to theoretical and experimental problems of various types and scientific fields.
• Development of written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding the importance of the relationship between theory and experiment in the advancement of scientific knowledge.
Competences
• Ability to operate complex experimental setups, use techniques to describe physical phenomena, and perform a combined analysis of experimental data with simulation data to draw the corresponding conclusions.
• Ability to synthesize knowledge from various fields of physics and apply it even to other scientific disciplines.
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate.
• Ability to apply knowledge in independent research projects.