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Physics

Physics investigates matter, energy and nature’s basic forces—explaining how the universe behaves from subatomic particles to entire galaxies. Advances in physics lead to new technologies. Students in physics at Yeshiva College acquire mathematical skills and ways of thinking that support success in many careers. Many of our physics majors have gone on to earn graduate degrees in physics and engineering. Many others have succeeded in jobs such as law, medicine, engineering, business and finance. The Department of Physics has specialized laboratory equipment for introductory and advanced experiments in mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, electronics and quantum physics. In addition, the department has an engineering laboratory with 3D printers, laser cutters and tools for machining.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Yeshiva College Physics Department is to prepare students with a solid foundation of physics and engineering knowledge and skills through their course work and experiences working directly with faculty through scholarly research. Physics majors acquire expert knowledge on physical principles and scientific, mathematical and critical reasoning skills, which prepare them for success in a diversity of careers including science, law, medicine, engineering, business and finance. In addition, many graduates go on to earn graduate degrees at top graduate departments.

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Student Learning Goals

  • Understand physical principles behind natural phenomena and their applications.
  • Analyze scientific and engineering problems, generate logical hypotheses, evaluate evidence, and tolerate ambiguity.
  • Effectively communicate scientific knowledge using their own informed perspectives both orally and in writing.
  • Develop the ability to produce computer algorithms and code based on physics principles.

For more information about the Physics Department at Yeshiva College, please contact Professor Neer Asherie at asherie@yu.edu.

Program Information

Physics Major Requirements
Physics Minor Requirements

The following list includes faculty who teach at the Beren and/or Wilf campus.

  • Neer Asherie
    Professor of Physics and Biology (Wilf)
  • Chair, Department of Physics, Yeshiva College
  • Edward Berliner
  • Dean of Science Management/Clinical Professor of Physics (Beren and Wilf)
  • Sergey Buldyrev
  • Professor of Physics Emeritus
  • August Krueger
  • Instructor in Physics (Wilf)
  • Gabriel Cwilich
    Professor of Physics (Wilf)
    Mark Edelman
  • Clinical Professor of Physics (Beren)
  • Emil Prodan
  • Professor of Physics (Beren)
  • Chair, Department of Physics, Stern College
  • Fredy Zypman
    Professor of Physics (Wilf)
     

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