ETAS Building, Room 309 | (501) 916-3070 | ualr.edu/physicalsciences

The School of Physical Sciences comprises the Geology, Chemistry, and Physics programs. The school fosters interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary studies in fields such as Materials Science, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Biogeochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biomaterials, Astrophysics, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Geoinformatics, Mineralogy, and Oceanography, to name a few. Students develop essential skills including analytical and critical thinking, competency in the philosophy and methods of science, and hands-on experience through laboratory courses, applied research, internships, and field experiences. The School offers several undergraduate and graduate programs ranging from certificates and bachelor’s to master’s and doctoral degrees. Our programs prepare students for graduate, post-graduate, or professional programs and careers in the private sector, academia, research centers, government service, and secondary education.

The School of Physical Sciences houses the Physics Program in ETAS Building 300, the Geology Program in ETAS Building 329, and the Chemistry Program in Science Lab Building 451. Our main office is located in ETAS-309.

Programs

• Chemistry, B.A.
• Chemistry, Education Track, B.A.
• Physics, B.A.

• Chemistry, B.S.
• Geology, B.S.
• Geology, Environmental Geology Concentration, B.S.
• Physics, B.S.

• Astronomy Minor
• Chemistry Minor
• Environmental Geology Minor
• Geology Minor
• Physics Minor

• Chemical Technician Certificate of Proficiency
• Earth Science Certificate of Proficiency