Physics M.S.

Completion of the M.S. requires 30 credits of graduate work, including a minimum of 21 credits in course work. Course work should meet the needs of the individual student, but must include PHYS 6510 and two of the following four courses: PHYS 6520, PHYS 6210, PHYS 6590, and PHYS 6410. The master’s degree also requires some credits of research, which may culminate in a formally presented thesis (six to nine credits) or a research project (three credits). Some teaching experience is required for the degree.