M.S. Physics at University of South Florida

Programme overview

The M.S. in Physics provides foundational knowledge in fundamental and applied physics and develops high-level critical thinking skills. It prepares students for research and teaching careers in physics and related disciplines, and many graduates continue to Ph.D. study. It is also suited to holders of engineering, chemistry, mathematics and other STEM degrees seeking interdisciplinary research.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Physics | Duration: 30 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tampa, FL, United States

What you will study

The 30 credit hours comprise a 9-credit core (Methods of Theoretical Physics I, Electromagnetic Theory I, Quantum Mechanics I), at least 12 credits of electives (minimum two physics courses), and 9 credits of thesis or non-thesis work. Research areas include machine learning, quantum foundations and information, spintronics, computational science and biophysics. Thesis students defend a thesis; non-thesis students sit a written exam.

Career pathways

Research and teaching in physics and related disciplines; industry careers; continuation to Ph.D. study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Physics M.S.: three letters of recommendation, a statement of purp;se, and GRE General Test scores (required); GRE Physics Subject Test scores recommended. Applicants must also meet University of South Florida graduate admission and English proficiency requirements.

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.

Master's and Educational Specialist admission is offered for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.

Final university deadlines for master's and Educational Specialist programmes: June 1 for Fall, October 15 for Spring, February 15 for Summer. Programme-specific priority deadlines apply for funding and consideration; priority applications receive maximum consideration and later applications are considered on a space-available basis.

The nonrefundable graduate degree-seeking application fee is $30, paid through the Online Graduate Application site; international applicants may pay by electronic fund transfer from international banks. Test scores (GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, etc.) are required only if the programme requires them.

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