物理学和天文学专业的学生被迫理解从量子水平到宇宙外围的空间，时间和物质的本质。他们是聪明，好奇，聪明和自信的人，准备在广泛的职业生涯中崭露头角。物理与天文学系提供具有挑战性的各种课程。您将从教授解决问题的技能，逻辑思维和技术技能的课程开始。高级班通常有15至20名学生，可以引起个人的高度关注。随着您的进步，您将有机会进行研究或参加国家实验室和其他机构提供的众多实习项目之一。通常，学士学位课程为学生提供物理或天文学研究生学习以及与研究相关的职业的准备。
Physics and astronomy students are driven to understand the nature of space, time, and matter from the quantum level to the outer reaches of the universe. They are intellectually curious, bright, and confident individuals preparing to make their mark in a wide range of careers. The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers challenging courses on a variety of subjects. You'll begin with courses that teach problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and technical skills. Advanced classes usually have 15-20 students, allowing a high level of individual attention. As you progress, you'll have opportunities to do research or participate in one of the many internships available at national laboratories and other facilities. Most students participate in research projects and work directly with faculty members. Students may earn course credit for research. Some funding is available for undergraduate research through individually funded faculty projects, the Iowa Center for Research by Undergraduates, and the department's Van Allen Research Grants.