Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics

To produce skilled graduates in the fields of pure and applied physics, who would be able to demonstrate the ability to teach at a high school and college level, perform theoretical and experimental work, solve practical problems related to industries and perform basic industrial and academic research.

Recognition of Prior Learning

To enter the honours programme a learner should have obtained an aggregate of at least 60%in Physics 3 and completed BSc degree in any recognised university. Or be recommended by the head of department on the basis of good academic record.

Statement of Exit Level Outcomes

B. Sc. honours degree (Physics) exit level

The student should be able to

1. Demonstrate understanding of concepts and principles of Physics by applying them to simple physical phenomena, and critical and creative in thinking as evidence by

(a) Formulate of problems given by physical situations.

(b) Problem-solving skills.

(c) Ability to conduct experiments and draw conclusions from the resulting data and present it in the form or mode that will be intelligible to other scientists.

1. The ability to organize and manage himself as evidenced by

(a) Planning his work.

Managing his time and distributing it to all activities that need to be attended to in a given period of time.

1. Carry out independent basic applied research as evidenced by

(a) Formulating research proposals

(b) Recording research data, analysis and drawing conclusion from it

(c) Ability to write intelligible reports

Integrated Assessment

Assignments, oral presentations; practicals; tests formal examinations and mini research projects are use to ensure that the purpose of the qualification is achieved.