Samford University's Physics Department offers a four-year course of study leading to a bachelor of science degree in either physics or engineering physics. A minor in physics is also available, as are the bachelor of arts degree for the preprofessional programs. The curriculum is composed of classic physics courses presented in a modern technological setting. They include General Physics, Mechanics, Quantum Mechanics, Modern Physics, Optics, Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Electronics, and Nuclear Physics. Small class sizes guarantee individual attention for each student.