The program in chemistry is rigorous, but it is flexible enough for students to take a second major. If the student is certified in another science, an additional endorsement in earth science can be obtained by taking a minimum of 24 credit hours and meeting all state-mandated core requirements for the certification. Students interested in pursuing a geography minor should contact Dr. David Hardin. The physics major at Longwood provides fundamental training in several areas of physics so that graduates may pursue graduate study or careers in research, industry, teaching or engineering. A minimum of 32 hours credit in physics is required for all physics majors.
Many majors elect to double major in physics and some other discipline.
Also, a student majoring in another field may choose to minor in physics. See the college catalog for details on course offerings and cooperative engineering programs. Longwood College has active chapters of the Society of Physics Students and Sigma Pi Sigma. A new requirement for Natural Sciences Majors this year is the development of a personal web portfolio. This portfolio will be published on the internet as a way for employers, graduate schools, etc. to have an easy reference for use in the hiring or entrance application process.