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[PRELIMINARY] Course Catalog 2025-2026 
    
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[PRELIMINARY] Course Catalog 2025-2026

Physics Minor

The minor consists of a minimum of 5 full courses (or the equivalent).

Note: Students must earn minimum grades of D or P for all courses that apply toward the minor.

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Summary of Requirements

Transfer of Credit Toward the Minor

At least three of the five courses required to complete the minor must be taken at Oberlin.

Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate Credit

Transferred credit for PHYS 103 , PHYS 104 , PHYS 110 , and PHYS 111  counts toward the minor.

Detailed Minor Requirements

Physics and Astronomy Minor Course Lists

Physics Minor Elective Courses

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