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MIT Physics Values Committee

Well-being – Inclusion – Collaboration – Mentorship – Respect

Resources for Undergraduate Coursework

Coursework

  • Office hours
    • These are opportunities to get free assistance from professors and TA’s; take advantage of them!
    • Times are usually listed on course webpages
  • Student Support Services (S3) is a friendly and easily accessibly hub of support for undergraduates
  • Talented Scholars Resource Room (TSR^2)
    • Geared towards undergraduate GIR subjects
    • Problem set nights, one-on-one tutoring, exam review
  • Seminar XL/LE
    • A freshman-focused seminar that aims support students through GIR’s.
    • Small group sessions (3-7 people) to discuss problems and various topics.
  • Tutoring in physics subjects beyond 8.01 and 8.02
    • Information should be listed on course webpages
  • Writing and Communication Center
    • Assists in writing papers, thesis, etc. by appointment​ 
  • Physics undergraduate advising guidelines

Degree Requirements

Click here to learn more about options for the:

  • Physics major – flexible track
  • Physics major – focused track
  • Double major in physics
  • Minor in physics
  • Minor in astronomy
  • Communication requirement for the physics major (CI-M)
  • Writing a senior thesis
  • Advising