Minor in

Physics

Convener

Prof. Hosahalli Subramanya (Dean, SMNS, hosahalli_s@chanakyauniversity.edu.in)
Prof. M. Shivakumar (sivakumar.m@chanakyauniversity.edu.in)
Dr. Madhuri Mukhopadhyay (madhuri.m@chanakyauniversity.edu.in)

32
Credits

About the Minor :

Offered by the School of Mathematics & Natural Sciences, the Physics minor invites students from diverse fields—Computer Science, Economics, Psychology, Management, Life Sciences, and more—to explore the fundamental forces behind nature and technology.

This 32-credit program spans five semesters, covering core topics like Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Thermal Physics, Optics, and Quantum Theory, along with advanced areas such as Biophysics, Nonlinear Dynamics, and Spectroscopy. Hands-on labs and real-world contexts ensure clarity, curiosity, and scientific literacy.

But more than content, these Minor builds mindset—training students to think like physicists: logical, adaptable, and precise. Whether you’re modeling markets, building smart sensors, exploring neurotech, or driving climate innovation, Physics offers depth and a systems view across domains.

Graduates find pathways into R&D, quantum tech, finance, policy, health diagnostics, or top interdisciplinary graduate programs. In a world driven by science and complexity, the Physics Minor equips you not just with knowledge—but with insight, innovation, and leadership.

MajorCareer RolesIndustriesTop Companies
BCA / Computer Science / Data Science • Quantum Software Developer
• ML/AI Specialist (with physics models)
• Simulation & Signal Processing Engineer
• Computational Physicist
Tech, Quantum Startups, Scientific Computing, Climate Modeling, Robotics IBM Quantum (Bengaluru), Google Quantum AI, Microsoft Quantum (Station Q), Rigetti Computing, NVIDIA, Atos
Economics / Finance / Statistics • Quantitative Analyst
• Risk Modeler
• Complex Systems Analyst
• Climate Risk Consultant
Finance, Trading, Insurance, ESG, Think Tanks Citadel Securities (India), IMC Trading, Optiver, BlackRock, Barclays
Psychology / Cognitive Science • Neuroinformatics Researcher
• Biophysics & Brain Signal Analyst
• Cognitive Modeller
• AI-Psychology Integrator
Neurotech, Mental Health Tech, EdTech, UX Research IBM Research (AI-Neuro Interface), Microsoft Neuroscience AI, Emotiv, DeepMind
Political Science / International Relations • Tech & Policy Analyst
• Science Diplomat
• Disaster Forecaster
• Digital Ethics & Security Analyst
UN, NGOs, Policy Think Tanks, Government, Security UNDP / UNFCCC, IBM Quantum Policy Division, TCS-Govt Tech Policy, IIHS
Life Sciences / Biotech • Biophysics Assistant
• Medical Imaging Analyst
• Spectroscopy Tech
• Health Diagnostics Developer
Biotech R&D, Pharma, Med-Tech, Healthcare Analytics Merck, Relay Therapeutics, Scorpion Therapeutics, TandemAI, Philips Healthcare
BBA / Commerce / Management • Tech Product Manager
• Innovation Strategist
• Operations Analyst (systems modeling)
• Cleantech & Sustainability Analyst
Consulting, Smart Cities, Tech Strategy, Logistics McKinsey, BCG, Infosys Sustainability, Ather Energy
Design / Media / Architecture / Visual Communication • Scientific Visualizer
• XR Interface Designer
• Tech-Design Integrator
• Sustainable Architecture Consultant
AR/VR, Smart Design, EdTech, Climate-sensitive Design Microsoft AR/VR Labs, Dassault Systèmes, Atos Visualization, Anatomage
Cross-Disciplinary / Any Major • Patent Analyst
• Science Communicator
• R&D Associate
• EdTech Innovator
• Entrepreneur (smart systems)
Innovation Labs, R&D, EdTech, Consulting, IP Firms IBM, Merck, Microsoft, McKinsey Tech Team, National Instruments
Course TitleSemesterCredits
Physics: MechanicsIII3
Physics: Electricity and MagnetismIII2
Physics: Thermal Physics (includes thermodynamics and introductory Statistical Mechanics)IV3
Physics: Mechanics & Electricity & Magnetism (Practical)IV2
Physics: Waves and OpticsV3
Physics Lab: Thermal Physics Lab & Statistical MechanicsV2
Physics Lab: EM, Waves and Optics LabV3
Modern Physics and Quantum TheoryVI3
Regulatory Affairs OR Physics Instrumentation (Practical)VI2
Lab for Modern Physics and Quantum Theory OR Lab for Physics InstrumentationVI3
Advanced Optics and Spectroscopy & ApplicationsVII3
Statistical Mechanics & Nonlinear Dynamics & ApplicationsVII1.5
Advanced Quantum Mechanics OR Biophysics & ApplicationsVII1.5
Total Credits32

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