Master of Science in Physics Postgraduate Program By Stevens Institute of Technology |Top Universities

Master of Science in Physics

Main Subject Area

Physics and AstronomyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Study Level

Masters

Explore space, time, matter or the many other intriguing elements of the physical world. The Master of Science degree in physics prepares you optimally for a further academic path and the pursuit of a Ph.D. program in physics. While many physics graduates go on these types of programs, many also work within research roles in sectors and industries as varied as their interests – including defense, aerospace, government, education, healthcare, energy, materials, technology, computing and IT. The degree is awarded after completion of 30 credits of graduate coursework. The Master of Science degree prepares you optimally for further continuation to a Ph.D. program in physics. It is awarded after completion of 30 credits of graduate coursework which include the following required courses: PEP 642 Mechanics, PEP 643/644 Electricity and Magnetism I and II, PEP 554 Quantum Mechanics I, PEP 528 Mathematical Methods of Science and Engineering II, PEP 555 Statistical Physics and Kinetic Theory, PEP 510 Modern Optics Lab (or another lab equivalent), One 600-level advanced quantum mechanics course and two additional elective courses, chosen in consultation with an academic advisor. These courses may be used to conduct research to graduate with an MS Thesis (PEP 900.) Courses with material already covered in undergraduate preparation must be replaced in consultation with an academic advisor.

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Study Level

Masters

Explore space, time, matter or the many other intriguing elements of the physical world. The Master of Science degree in physics prepares you optimally for a further academic path and the pursuit of a Ph.D. program in physics. While many physics graduates go on these types of programs, many also work within research roles in sectors and industries as varied as their interests – including defense, aerospace, government, education, healthcare, energy, materials, technology, computing and IT. The degree is awarded after completion of 30 credits of graduate coursework. The Master of Science degree prepares you optimally for further continuation to a Ph.D. program in physics. It is awarded after completion of 30 credits of graduate coursework which include the following required courses: PEP 642 Mechanics, PEP 643/644 Electricity and Magnetism I and II, PEP 554 Quantum Mechanics I, PEP 528 Mathematical Methods of Science and Engineering II, PEP 555 Statistical Physics and Kinetic Theory, PEP 510 Modern Optics Lab (or another lab equivalent), One 600-level advanced quantum mechanics course and two additional elective courses, chosen in consultation with an academic advisor. These courses may be used to conduct research to graduate with an MS Thesis (PEP 900.) Courses with material already covered in undergraduate preparation must be replaced in consultation with an academic advisor.

Admission Requirements

7+
Other English Language Requirements accepted: TOEFL with a minimum score of 550(paper-based)and a computer-based TOEFL score of 210. 

Jan-2000

Tuition Fee

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Scholarships

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