Physics Info Session for New Students

UChicago undergraduate Department of Physics presentation. Recorded: 7/23/2025 Timestamps 00:00 Introduction from Professor Stuart Gazes 03:45 Physics Placement: 131 vs 141 08:05 Course Credit via Exam: PHYS 121 and 141 Accreditation Exams 18:26 What if I have a time conflict with the accreditation exam date? 20:07 How should I prepare for the accreditation exam? 22:27 How should I pick between the Math or Physics major? 26:25 Should I take the Math 180s or Analysis? 27:58 What Physics courses count for the Core curriculum? 32:40 How would you advise someone considering a double major? 34:40 Are there sample problems or syllabi online to get a preview of the courses? 37:13 Is there any advantage to taking the 130s or 140s over the 120s? 38:20 Which sequence is the best fit for me? 42:48 What if I took my placement exams or sent my AP/IB scores after the 6/20 deadline? 46:24 Should I enroll in honors calculus and honors physics? 52:42 What research opportunities are available for students that are interested in Physics?