Physics - G1035 - Studies portal - University of Barcelona

The bachelor's degree in Physics provides knowledge about the theoretical principles and practical applications of physical phenomena. This training offers the best way to understand the laws that govern these phenomena and the models that explain them through scientific reasoning.

The bachelor's degree in Physics provides thorough scientific training in the basic concepts of physics, in both the theoretical and instrumental framework. It is moreover interdisciplinary and thus applicable across other branches of science and technology, in accordance with the new frontiers of physics and in view of the recent evolution of career opportunities for graduates. It offers training focused on physical phenomena and the models and laws that explain them and familiarizes students with mathematical language, the experimental method, and sophisticated instruments and computational methods. It further provides an introduction to different cutting-edge fields through the subject Basic and Applied Research. It produces versatile professionals capable of solving multidisciplinary problems in the fields of science and technology.

Basic information

Type	Bachelor's degrees
Faculty or school	Faculty of Physics
Branch of knowledge	Sciences
Mode of delivery	face-to-face
Credits	240
Number of places available	162 (excluding double degree)
Length of course	4 academic years
Language(s) of instruction	Catalan 70,3%, Spanish 22,1%, English 7,5%
Admission grade	11.716 (July 2024, start of process, via official entrance examinations/vocational training)
Approximate price per credit	18,46 €
Compulsory placements	No
Coordinator	CESAR FERRATER MARTORELL
Course details	Indicators
Specializations	Yes

Objectives and competences

Objectives

What you will learn The physical and theoretical phenomena of physics and the laws and models which govern and explain these. The skills to formulate functional and quantitative relationships in mathematical language for problem solving. Experimental methods to develop scientific knowledge and validate theories and models. The principles and practice of physics required either to begin professional practice, to work in education or to go on to specialist postgraduate studies. Number of ECTS credits: 240 Branch of knowledge: Sciences Faculty or school: Faculty of Physics

Competences

Access and admission

Applicant profile and access requirements

Recommended applicant profile

What you will need Personal interest in the operation of physical phenomena in different fields, including astronomy, meteorology, the behaviour of materials, electronics, electromagnetism and optics. Motivation in the study of science and new technologies. Logical reasoning skills. Ability in the study of mathematics and physics. Successfully completed school leaver studies in science and technology, especially in physics and mathematics. Applicants are also recommended to have completed upper secondary school subjects in electrical engineering, chemistry, biology, earth science and environmental science.

Access requirements and conditions

Admission for students with studies completed outside Spain.

Applicants holding higher educational qualifications from a university outside Spain should consult the page Admission with foreign qualifications to find out about specific admission requirements.

Pre-enrolment

Students that have studied abroad and who wish to study at the University of Barcelona may be admitted to EHEA bachelor's degree courses. Procedures for gaining admission will depend on the qualifications held by each applicant.

For further information about admission, consult the page Admission with foreign qualifications.

Enrolment

As a general rule, at the UB you will be required to enrol online via the Món UB portal. To find out the date and time you have been assigned, check the specific information for your course. Remember that you can lose your place if you do not enrol on the day you have been assigned.

Academic information

Welcome

Support and guidance

Pre-enrolment information and events

Course curriculum

Subjects and course plans

Distribution of credits

Type	ECTS
Basic training	60
Compulsory	84
Optional	90
Compulsory placements	0
Compulsory final project	6
TOTAL	240

List of subjects

Subject	Language	Type	Credits
Calculus of a Single Variable	1st semester	Basic training	6
Chemistry	1st semester	Basic training	6
Computer Science	1st semester	Basic training	6
Linear Algebra and Geometry	1st semester	Basic training	6
Principles of Mechanics	1st semester	Basic training	6
Differential Equations and Vector Calculus	1st semester 2nd semester	Basic training	6
Multivariable Calculus	1st semester 2nd semester	Basic training	6
Principles of Electromagnetism and Optics	1st semester 2nd semester	Basic training	6
Principles of Laboratory Practice	2nd semester	Basic training	6
Principles of Waves, Fluids and Thermodynamics	2nd semester	Basic training	6

Subject	Language	Type	Credits
Astronomy	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	6
Mathematical Methods for Physics I	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	6
Mechanics	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	9
Thermodynamics	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	9
Electromagnetism	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	9
Mathematical Methods for Physics II	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	6
Meteorology and Climatology	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	6
Optics	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	9

Subject	Language	Type	Credits
Quantum Physics	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	6
Statistical Physics	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	6

Subject	Language	Type	Credits
Solid State Physics	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	6
Degree Project	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory final project	6
Physical Electronics	1st semester 2nd semester	Compulsory	6

Subject	Language	Type	Credits
Advanced Mathematical Methods	1st semester	Optional	6
Algebraic Equations	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Algebraic Structure	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Applied Electronics	1st semester	Optional	9
Astrophysical Plasmas and their Processes	1st semester	Optional	6
Astrophysics and Cosmology	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Atomic Physics and Radiation	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Biophysics	2nd semester	Optional	6
Classical and Quantum Information Theory	1st semester	Optional	3
Classical Electrodynamics	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Collective Phenomena and Phase Transitions	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Computational Physics	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Continuum Physics	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Diferential Geometry of Curves and Surfaces	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Differential Equations	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Dynamic Meteorology	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	3
Electromagnetic Technology	1st semester	Optional	9
Energy	2nd semester	Optional	6
Gender, Science and Technology	1st semester	Optional	3
General Relativity	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Geophysics	1st semester	Optional	6
Graphs	1st semester	Optional	6
High-Energy Physics and Accelerator Physics	2nd semester	Optional	6
History of Physics	2nd semester	Optional	3
Image Processing and Artificial Vision	2nd semester	Optional	3
In-company placement	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Instrumentation	2nd semester	Optional	9
Magnetism and Superconductivity	2nd semester	Optional	6
Materials Physics	2nd semester	Optional	6
Medical Physics	2nd semester	Optional	6
Microtechnology and Nanotechnology	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Modern Physics Laboratory	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Non-Equilibrium Systems	1st semester	Optional	3
Nuclear Physics and Particle Physics	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Numerical Methods I	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Observational Astronomy	1st semester	Optional	3
Photonics	1st semester	Optional	9
Principles of Spectroscopy	1st semester	Optional	3
Probability	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Programming of Simulations and Measurement Instruments	1st semester	Optional	6
Projects	1st semester	Optional	6
Quantum Mechanics	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Quantum Mechanics of N-body Problems and Ultracold Systems	2nd semester	Optional	6
Scientific Principles of Climate Change	2nd semester	Optional	3
Statistics	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Theoretical Mechanics	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Topology	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Topology and Global Differential Geometry of Surfaces	1st semester 2nd semester	Optional	6
Virtual Instrumentation	2nd semester	Optional	3

Pathways and specializations

Specialization in Fundamental Physics
Specialization in Applied Physics
Specialization in Fundamental Physics and Specialization in Mathematics
Specialization in Applied Physics and Specialization in Mathematics
Check the planning of the different pathways of the degree

Previous years

Teaching staff

List of spring and autumn teaching staff on a current course

Placements

Las prácticas contribuyen a la formación integral de los estudiantes universitarios y facilitan el conocimiento de una metodología de trabajo adecuada a la realidad profesional. De este modo, ofrecen una experiencia práctica que permite la inserción de los futuros titulados en el mercado laboral.

Las prácticas son tutorizadas y se evalúan. Por lo tanto constan al expediente académico del estudiante. Además, se pueden hacer prácticas extracurriculares de un máximo de 500 horas, que se pueden prorrogar hasta 900 horas. Tanto en cuanto a las prácticas curriculares como las extracurriculares, hace falta la formalización previa de un convenio de cooperación educativa con la entidad colaboradora donde se tienen que hacer las prácticas.

Información institucional

Career opportunities

What can you work on ?

Physics. Basic and applied research. Industrial R&D. Education. Meteorological services. Geophysics. Health care. The environment. Nuclear physics. Private sector IT.