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MS Physics at University of Texas at Arlington

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Physics is designed to give the student advanced training in all fundamental areas of physics through formal courses and the options of some degree of specialization or participation in original research in one of a variety of projects directed by the faculty. providing advanced training to those employed in technical and business areas in which Physics at the master's level is necessary for efficient performance. Program graduates will have a broad knowledge of Physics both inside and outside of their chosen area of specialization.

Faculty: College of Science  |  Department: Physics  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Location: Arlington, TX, United States

What you will study

The programme totals 30 credit hours.

Career pathways

providing advanced training to those employed in technical and business areas in which Physics at the master's level is necessary for efficient performance.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For unconditional admission to the Master of Science in Physics, the candidate must satisfy the general admission requirements of the University, including a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, as calculated by Graduate Admissions and favorable letters of recommendation from individuals able to assess the applicant's potential for success in a Masters program. In addition, the candidate should have satisfactorily completed at least 24 undergraduate hours of advanced physics and supporting courses and should have minimal GRE scores of 143 in Verbal and 151 in Quantitative. Applicants not meeting the minimum requirements of the department or the University for either program may still be considered for unconditional acceptance if other information in their application indicates a reasonable probability of success in graduate studies in physics. If an applicant does not meet a majority of standards for unconditional admission outlined above, they may be considered for probationary admission after careful examination of their application materials.

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.

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

Master's application priority dates: Fall March 15, Spring August 15, Summer February 15. Some programmes have earlier dates. Apply through ApplyUTA.

International graduate applicants apply through ApplyUTA. English requirements: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 100. Non-U.S. transcripts are evaluated by FCSA for a $90.00 USD processing fee. Application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://www.uta.edu/admissions/apply

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