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Applied Physics (MS) at Cornell University

Cornell University, United States

Programme overview

The two-year Master of Science in Applied Physics offers advanced study and training in three disciplines: Optics, Nanotechnology and Biotechnology, with research and design project experience. The field builds proficiency in physics, mathematics and applied science for scientific careers based on physics principles. Delivered in person in Ithaca, NY.

Faculty: Cornell University Graduate School  |  Department: Graduate Field of Applied Physics  |  Duration: Two years  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Ithaca, NY, United States

What you will study

Students may choose any thesis or research subject compatible with an approach based on physics and mathematics, including biophysics, optics, laser physics, plasma physics, solid-state physics, nanoscience and space physics.

Career pathways

Scientific careers in applied science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should have undergraduate preparation in physics, another physical science or an engineering field with strong emphasis on mathematics and modern physics. Two recommendations; Graduate School requirements including English language proficiency apply. Fall deadline December 15.

Graduate fields set their own fall and spring admission deadlines; some fields (for example Communication PhD) admit for fall only.

Graduate School applications are submitted online through the Graduate School application; the application fee is $105 (non-refundable, waivers available). Each graduate field sets its own fall and spring deadlines, and many fall between early December and mid-January.

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