Berry offers two different Bachelor of Science degrees in physics. One is for students who plan to pursue graduate study in physics or astronomy; the other is for students who want a strong physics background to prepare them for work in other fields. In either case, the course of study begins with a two-semester introductory course in physics and a number of mathematics courses. Building on this base, students can take advanced courses in modern physics, classical mechanics, electromagnetism, statistical mechanics, astrophysics, quantum mechanics, sub-atomic physics and advanced laboratory techniques.