Physics Core Subjects and Recommended Course Sequence

This guide identifies the subjects considered essential across physics fields and outlines a recommended progression from foundational to advanced courses.

Core subjects across physics fields

In the Physics Course, Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Quantum Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Statistical Mechanics are considered essential subjects for studying any field of physics.

Recommended early courses

The recommended initial sequence is Mechanics, Electromagnetism I, and Mathematical Physics. Physics Laboratory, Science Laboratory, and Oscillations and Waves are also recommended early in the course sequence.

Progression to advanced courses

Next, students are recommended to take Physical Chemistry I, Continuum Physics, and Quantum Mechanics I and II. After understanding the fundamentals, the suggested progression is to Precision Measurement and Analysis, Statistical Mechanics I and II, Quantum Mechanics III, and Solid State Physics.

Official sources

The following official Tokyo Denki University materials were used to prepare this page.

2026 Student Handbook — School of Science and Engineering (2026 academic year) — PDF page 61