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As a general rule of thumb, the Physics Department recommends the following for students who wish to study abroad:

• First-year students should enroll in the appropriate level of calculus in the fall and then PHYS 155 General Physics I in the spring, along with the next appropriate calculus or math course.
• Second-year students should continue with the mathematics sequence in the fall and also register forPHYS 156 General Physics II. In the spring they should continue with the mathematics sequence and register for PHYS 245 Twentieth Century Physics I.

Historically it has proven easier for students to complete the required Physics courses at Whitman if they are able to study abroad during spring semester.

Which requirements can Physics majors fulfill while studying abroad?

• Specific courses in major such as the following with the approval of the Major Advisor:
  • PHYS 325  Electricity & Magnetism
  • PHYS 357  Thermal Physics
  • PHYS 347  Classical Mechanics
  • PHYS 385  Quantum Mechanics
• Elective major credit
• General Studies distribution credit
• General degree credit

Major Credit Limitations

• The maximum number of credits that can be applied to the Physics major from off-campus studies (including AP credit, IB credit and credits from other U.S. institutions) is 10 credits with the approval of your Major Advisor.

Minor Credit Limitations

• A minimum of three-fifths of the specific course and credit requirements for the minor must be completed in the on-campus program of the college.

What are the types of study abroad programs recommended by the Physics Department?

• Students who want to take physics abroad should participate in a program that offers direct enrollment in a foreign university with local students
• Students who are “on track” may be able to take a semester off from physics and enroll in a program which meets other academic goals. (Students should speak with their Major Advisor about this possibility.)

Which partner programs are recommended by the Physics Department?

• IES: Queen Mary, University of London (England)
• IFSA: University College Dublin Partnership (Ireland)
• IFSA: National University of Ireland Galway Partnership (Ireland)
• University of St Andrews (Scotland)
• University of Otago (New Zealand)

Students interested in studying abroad should attend a Study Abroad First Steps Meeting in the fall of their second year, discuss their interests with their Major Advisor, and schedule an appointment with a Study Abroad Advisor.