Physics (Computational Science) MS

Overview

The Physics, MS program includes core courses in Electromagnetism, Classical Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics and Quantum Mechanics. The Master’s program with emphasis in computational science involves research in computational physics culminating in a project or thesis.

Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting the Admission Requirements and Procedures , applicants must submit GRE scores and be proficient in C, C++, or Fortran programming. Students lacking this background should complete a programming course early in their graduate program.

• Official GRE Test scores
• Resume
• Research Interests
• Statement of Purpose
• Three Letters of Recommendation

Program Requirements and Academic Policies

In addition to meeting the requirements stated in  General Degree Requirements and General Academic Information, students must:

• Satisfactorily complete a master’s comprehensive examination.
• Satisfactorily complete a thesis or project:

         ♦ Develop and complete an original research project, thesis, and oral defense
         ♦ Complete a project under the direction of a faculty member

Course Requirements (30 hours)

• PHY 601 - Mechanics 3 hrs.
• PHY 602 - Electricity and Magnetism 3 hrs.
• PHY 603 - Statistical Physics 3 hrs.
• PHY 650 - Quantum Mechanics I 3 hrs.
• PHY 689 - Seminar I 1 hr. (A total of 2 hrs.)
• COS 701 - Visual Techniques 3 hrs.
• PHY 710 - Computational Methods for Physical Systems I 3 hrs
• PHY 711 - Computational Methods for Physical Systems II 3 hrs.
• PHY 698 - Thesis 1-6 hrs. for a total of 6 hours. (Students in thesis option must take a total of 6 hours)
• PHY 691 - Research in Physics 1-16 hrs. (Students in project option must take a total of 3 hours)
• PHY Electives as needed to complete 30 hours total