PHYSICS

During the first three semesters of the 4-year Bachelor of Science (Research) Programme programme in IISc, all the students will be taught a rich mix of fundamental courses in the sciences, namely Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology, as well as a basic foundation in the principles of Engineering. This multi-disciplinary learning will be a tremendous asset for all the students, and especially so for those who would want to pursue advanced degrees in emerging interdisciplinary areas wherein major strides are expected in the coming decades. In addition, all the students will also be exposed to several courses in humanities that will provide them with a better appreciation of science and its societal implications, as well as sharpen their skills in communicating science both to experts in their fields and to society at large. In particular, the 3 Introductory level Physics courses that are part of this palette of compulsory courses are designed to impart a clear, hands-on understanding of basic physics that will more than adequately equip the students to handle the physics issues that are likely to arise in any of the 5 major streams other than Physics.