Program Mission:

The Master of Science degree in Physics will prepare students for PhD level graduate work in Physics or Engineering, or for a science-related career in education or industry. Students in this program develop strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, including a deep appreciation for connections between physics and scientific computing, physics and engineering, and physics and mathematics, that serve to expand their career options in computer hardware/software companies, large semiconductor industries and non-science jobs such as finance, law, business, and health. 

Program Goals:

• Students will be able to understand physical principles behind natural phenomena.
• Students will be able to analyze scientific problems, generate logical hypotheses, evaluate evidence, and tolerate ambiguity.
• Students will be able to effectively communicate scientific knowledge using their own informed perspectives both orally and in writing.
• To prepare students for success in industry and academia.