Department of Physics

The Department of Physics welcomes students into a scientific environment dedicated to understanding natural laws and technological applications. The department promotes excellence in teaching, research, and experimentation. Students develop analytical and experimental skills essential for scientific innovation and technological advancement.

Message from HOD

Dr. Abideen Adejuwon IBIYEMI
Dr. Abideen Adejuwon IBIYEMI

Head, Department of Physics ​

About the Programme

The programme covers classical and modern physics, electronics, solid-state physics, and applied physics. Teaching integrates lectures, laboratory experiments, and research projects. Students gain competencies aligned with national science education standards and global physics practices.

Programme Philosophy

The programme is guided by a philosophy that values scientific inquiry, experimentation, and problem-solving. It promotes critical thinking, innovation, and ethical scientific practice.

Mission of the Department

To provide quality physics education and research that supports scientific discovery, technological innovation, and national development.

Vision of the Department

To be a recognised physics department contributing to scientific research, technological progress, and innovation.

Admission Requirements and Programme Courses

Admission into this programme and the structure of its courses are governed by approved academic standards and institutional accreditation requirements. Comprehensive details on admission procedures and requirements, course registration, course titles, course descriptions, credit units, prerequisites, and progression criteria are clearly outlined in the Faculty Handbook/Prospectus. Prospective and enrolled students are strongly advised to consult the Faculty Handbook for authoritative information on:
✔Comprehensive course listings
✔Programme structure and duration
✔Graduation and progression requirements
✔Academic regulations and policies
The Faculty Handbook serves as the official and definitive reference for all programme-related academic information and is periodically reviewed to ensure alignment with University regulations and relevant accrediting bodies.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are equipped for physics and technology-related careers, including:
✔ Physicist
✔ Electronics and Instrumentation Officer
✔ Applied Physics Analyst
✔ Renewable Energy Technician
✔ Telecommunications Support Officer
✔ Research Laboratory Assistant
✔ Medical Physics Assistant
✔ Industrial Technical Officer
✔ Science Education Officer
✔ Physics Consultancy Practitioner

Program Courses and Credit Unit

Core Required Courses for all majors:

Year One : 100 Level Physics CCMAS
First Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
MTH 101Elementary Mathematics I2
PHY 101General Physics I2
PHY 107Experimental Physics I1
CHM 101General Chemistry I2
CHM 107General Chemistry Practical I1
COS 101Introduction to Computing 2
PHY 103General Physics III2
GST 101Communication in English I2
GST 103Use of Library &  ICT2
ENT 101Introduction to Enterpreneurship Skill Development1
 Total17
Second Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
MTH 102Elementary Mathematics II2
PHY 102General Physics II2
PHY 108Experimental Physics II1
CHM 102General Chemistry II2
COS 102Introduction to Computing Science II2
PHY 104General Physics IV2
CHM 108Experimental Chemistry II1
GST 102Communication in English II2
GST 104Peoples and Cultures of Nigeria2
ENT 102Evaluation of Business Concepts and Opportunities1
 Total17
First Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 203Introduction to Space Science2
PHY 211Workshop Practice2
PHY 209Solid Earth Physics2
MTH 201Mathematical Method I3
PHY 205Thermal Physics3
PHY 207Experimental Physics III1
GST 201Philosophy, Logic and Human Existence2
GST 203Government, Society and Economy0
ENT 211Enterpreneurship and Innovation2
 Total19
Second Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 202Itroduction to Electric Circuit and Electronics2
PHY 204wave and Optics2
PHY 206Energy and Environment2
PHY 208Experimental Physicxs IV1
PHY 232Classical Physics 3
MTH 202Elementary Differential Equation3
STA 202Statistical for Physicsal Sciences2
GST 202Peace and Conflict Resolution2
GST 204Communication in French0
 Total19
First Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 301Analytical Mechanics I3
Phy 303Electromagnetic Theory I (Electromagnetism)3
PHY 305Quantum Physics3
PHY 309Semiconductor Devices3
PHY 307Experimental Physics V1
PHY 315Electronics3
PHY 317Solid State Physics I2
MTH 303Vector and Tensor Analysis3
PHY 311Complex Variable and Vector Space3
 TOTAL23
Second Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 302Anlytical Mechanics II3
PHY 304Electromagnetic Theory II (Electromagnetic Waves and Optics)3
PHY 306Statistical and Thermal Physics3
Phy 308Experimental Physics VI1
PHY 316Analogue Electronucs3
PHY 314Introduction to Photonics2
PHY 310Mathematical Method in Physics I3
GPY 399Industrial Training3
ENT 312Venture Creation2
 Total20
First Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 301Analytical Mechanics I3
PHY 303Electromagnetic Theory I 3
PHY 305Quantum Physics3
MTH 305Complex Analysis I3
MTH 307Experimental Physics V1
PHY 315Electronics I3
MTH 303Vector and Tensor Analysis3
PHY 311Mathematical Methods in Physics I3
 TOTAL21
Second Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 302Anlytical Mechanics II3
PHY 304Electromagnetic Theory II 3
PHY 306Statistical and Thermal Physics3
PHY 308Experimental Physics VI1
PHY 316Electronics II3
PHY 320Workshop Practice2
PHY 314Solid State Physics I3
 TOTAL17
First Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 401Quatum Mechanics I3
PHY 403Statistical Physics3
PHY 405Physics Entrepreneurship3
PHY 407Computational Physics3
PHY 411Nuclear and Particle Physics I3
PHY 429Introduction to Astrophysics and Cosmology3
PHY 421Biophysics1
PHY 415Science of Material3
PHY 413Advance Physics of Earth Interior3
PHY 399   Industrial Training (SIWES)3
 Total21
Second Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 402Quantum Mechanics II3
PHY 404Mathematical Methods in Physics II3
PHY 499Research Project6
PHY 432Solid State Physics II3
PHY 424Atomic and Molecular Spectrometry3
PHY 416Medical Nuclear Physics3
PHY 418Digital Communication System3
PHY 422Physics of Solar System3
PHY 414Industrial Geophysics3
PHY 412Metorology3
PHY 428Introduction to Computational Material3
 Total18
First Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 401Quatum Mechanics I3
PHY 403Mathematical Methods in Physics II3
PHY 405Statistical Physics3
PHY 407Computational Physics3
PHY 411Nuclear and Particle Physics I3
PHY 415Radiation Instruments3
PHY 417Aeronomy1
PHY 419Stellar Structure and Evolution3
PHY 421Biophysics I3
PHY 399Industrial Training6
 TOTAL24
Second Semester
Course CodeCourse TitleUnits
PHY 402Quantum Physics II3
PHY 412Nuclear and Particle Physics II3
PHY 499Research Project6
PHY 432Solid State Physics II3
PHY 424Atomic and Molecular Spectrometry3
PHY 416Medical Physisc3
PHY 418Metreology3
PHY 414Industrial Geophysics3
PHY 418Metorology3
PHY 422Biophysics II3
PHY 420Mordern Cosmology3
 TOTAL18

Dept. Contact Info.

Department Phone No

080 0000 00 00

Department Email:

Location and Business Hours

Fed. Univ. Oye Campus

Department Staff Members

Dr. Olufemi Olaitan

Assistant Professor

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