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MSSE PHYSICS
Prerequisite Evaluation Form
A minimum of 36 semester credits in Physics and 23credits in supporting science and mathematics courses, the
equivalent of a major, is required. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 overall and in Physics is expected.
Applicants must provide evidence of satisfying the New York State Education World Language Requirement which
is outlined on the last page of this form. As part of your application to the Master of Science in Secondary
Education Program, please complete this form to the best of your ability and include it with your application.
The courses listed below are examples of the kinds of courses that would fulfill the requirements drawn from the
Undergraduate Bulletin at the University at Albany. These courses or their equivalents should be a minimum of 3
credits each unless otherwise noted. A minimum of 18 of the 36 credits should be completed at or above the 300
level with at least one three-credit course at or above the 400 level. In some cases, applicants are admitted with
deficiencies in their prerequisites which they are required to fulfill before completing the program.
Required Physics Courses (36 credits)
Your Equivalent – Include
Course Title and Description
Mechanics with Lab (4 cr.)
Examples:
A Phy 140 Physics I: Mechanics (3 cr.)
A Phy 145 Physics Lab I (1 cr.)
Electromagnetism with Lab (4 cr.)
Examples:
A Phy 150 Physics II: Electromagnetism (3 cr.)
A Phy 155 Physics Lab II (1 cr.)
Structure of Matter with Lab (4 cr.)
Examples:
A Phy 240 Physics III: Structure of Matter (3 cr.)
A Phy 245 Physics Lab III (1 cr.)
Other Freshman/Sophomore Courses (6 cr.)
Waves
Example:
A Phy 250 Physics IV: Waves (3 cr.)
Math Applications in Physics
Example:
A Phy 235 Mathematics in Physics (3 cr.)
Upper Division Physics Courses (18 cr.)
Examples:
A Phy 320 Classic Mechanics (3 cr.)
Advanced Physics Lab (3 cr.), e.g. A Phy 335Z
12 Credits of Jr/Sr level Physics (e.g.,
Electromagnetism, Optics, Quantum Physics,
and/or Thermodynamics)
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Required Supporting Science &
Mathematics Courses (23 credits)
Your Equivalent – Include
Course Title and Description
Grade
Completion
Date
Institution
# of
Credits
Biology (4 cr.)
General Biology I with Lab
Chemistry (8 cr.)
General Chemistry I with lab
General Chemistry II with lab
One Other Non-Physics Elective (3 cr.)
Examples:
Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Atmospheric Science
Mathematics (8 cr.)
Calculus I (4)
Calculus II (4)
Overall Grade Point Average
Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. Your overall GPA: ___________ (out of 4.0 = A)
Physics Grade Point Average
GPA of 3.0 or higher in Physics courses. Your Physics GPA: ___________ (out of 4.0 = A)
Foreign or World Language Courses (6 credits or the equivalent)
One of these World Language requirements:
a. Two college semesters of a world language other than English with a grade of C or better. Submit college transcript(s).
OR
b. NYS Regents examination in a world language other than English with a score of 85 or higher. Submit high school
transcript.
Required Core Courses (6 Credits)
Your Equivalent – Include
Course Title and Description
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# of
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