Physics

Admissions Requirements

In addition to the General Admissions Requirements as published in this Catalog, applicants to the Master of Science Degree in Physics with concentrations in Pure Physics or Applied Physics must fulfill the following:

1. Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree with a major in one of the physical sciences.
2. Completion of undergraduate courses in General Physics, Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics/Quantum Mechanics, Differential and Integral Calculus, and Differential Equations.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students pursuing the Master of Science Degree in Physics will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of quantitative methods appropriate for core area courses in Mathematical Methods, Quantum Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Thermodynamics, and Classical Mechanics.
2. Integrate physical concepts for the analysis of complex problems cutting across multidisciplinary STEM areas.
3. Analyze and model physical systems by utilizing mathematical approximations and models.
4. Communicate orally and in writing by making appropriate use of current presentation technology.