what's the difference between BS and BA in Physics?

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i want very specific answer because it's very important to me. thanks

Answer 1

At the school I went to, a BA in Physics required that you take at least two years of a foreign language. That was the difference between a BA and a BS. But other schools may have different requirements. (And contrary to what some believe, you CAN get a BA in the sciences -- I have one!)

Answer 2

Difference Between Bs And Ba

Answer 3

Where I went to college (undergrad, that is), the Physics department offered both a BA (Bachelor of Arts) and a BS (Bachelor of Science).

The BA program involved less coursework, and was less rigorous. Basically, it was kind of a "Physics Lite" degree. You didn't need to take the intermediate/advanced courses on physics (classical mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics), but just a selection of 300 level courses. You didn't need the advanced math. And it was intended for those who were going to teach or just had a passing interest.

The BS program (actually there were a couple of options, including applied physics and astrophysics) required at least three additional semesters in calculus, required the intermediate/advanced courses, required a lab, and required at least two 400 level classes. It was intended for those who would be doing physics in one form or another as a career (grad school, engineering-type positions, etc).

Of course, this can vary from school to school, but the basic idea comes through. The BA will be a light-weight science degree that won't necessarily open doors to more technical jobs. The BS will be more intensive, but opens more of those doors, and is the stepping stone to grad school generally.

Answer 4

"The BS degree typically specifies more courses in the major (or cognate fields) than does the BA degree. The BA focuses on creating a well-rounded graduate through exposure (formal study)to natural sciences, social sciences, and foreign languages. Predictably, the BS degree tends to be awarded more often in the natural sciences than in the humanities."

Right now I'm pursuing a BA in Mathematics, but my mother (who graduated with a BS Physics degree) strongly suggested I go for the BS.

Answer 5

There is BA in physics! In fact, my college (Berkeley) only offers Physics BA. BA usually concentrates more on humanities and social sceinces, while BS concentrates more on sciences. But I think the required science courses are the same, the electives may be different though.

Answer 6

The difference in a BS and a BA is foreign language courses. You have to complete 9 to 12 hours of a foreign language to receive a BA. Otherwise, you take 9 to 12 more hours in your major or minor to receive the BS.

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what's the difference between BS and BA in Physics?
i want very specific answer because it's very important to me. thanks

Answer 8

You can't get a BA in Physics. BA means Bachelor of Arts. BS means Bachelor of Science. Pysics is a Science, therefore you can only get a BS.

Answer 9

In general, B.A. refers to Bachelor of Arts, while B.S. refers to Bachelor of Science.

Answer 10

quite surprised you can do a BA in Physics.....as this gives an art status!!!!

Normally physics comes under a BSc bacterlor of science