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PhD Physics and Physics: Astrophysics at Tufts University

Tufts University, United States

Programme overview

PhD programs in Physics and Physics: Astrophysics with graduate courses and research in astronomy, biophysics, condensed matter physics, cosmology, elementary particle physics and quantum information. Full-time, on campus at Medford/Somerville.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  |  Intake: Fall (December 1 final)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Medford, MA, United States

What you will study

Fundamental areas including classical mechanics, electricity, magnetism and quantum mechanics, then specialization in a selected area of physics or astrophysics and independent original research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application fee; Resume/CV; Personal statement; Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test, if applicable; Transcripts; Three letters of recommendation

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall

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