Polytechnic offers undergraduates a dual major in mathematics and physics, according to the general rules described in the section “Degree Requirements.” Specific course requirements for this 128-credit degree must be approved by advisers from both the mathematics and physics programs. The dual major gives students the opportunity to gain competence in two different and substantial fields of science to such an extent that, upon earning a bachelor’s degree, they are able to qualify for industrial positions in two distinct areas or go on to graduate studies in either of the two subjects.