Overview

Calculus-based introduction to basic principles of physics, emphasizing Newtonian mechanics, conservation laws, and thermodynamics.

The General Physics programme is offered at Boston University.

For science majors and engineers, and for premedical students who seek a more analytical course than CAS PY 105/106.

Interactive, student-centered lectures and laboratory. Students must register for two sections: lecture and a laboratory.

Programme Structure

Topics included:

Scientific Inquiry

Quantitative Reasoning

Critical Thinking

Teamwork/Collaboration

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 1 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-05-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-21 00:00:00

More details

Language

English

Credits

4 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Natural Sciences View 9 other Short Courses in Natural Sciences in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

BU Alert phone number

This number is used to notify you of a University-wide emergency. You can update your Alert Number on the Student Link, “Personal” tab, under the “Address and Phone” option.

Financial obligation

Students are required to settle their Student Account by the payment deadlines set for each academic term. A hold will be placed on accounts that are not settled, which will prevent future registration activity until the payment is made.

Immunization

Massachusetts law requires all full-time students and all international students to be immunized against a number of diseases in order to attend the University. Students must obtain these immunizations to remain in compliance.

Local address

In order to comply with the safety regulations of the City of Boston, students must provide a current local address. You can view and update your local address on the Student Link, “Personal” tab, “Address and Phone” option.

Tuition Fee

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International

3300 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3300 USD for the full programme during 1 months.
National

3300 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3300 USD for the full programme during 1 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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