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MS Physics at University of Vermont

University of Vermont, United States

Programme overview

The department’s research focuses in two major areas: Condensed Matter Physics and Biological Physics. Theoretical and Experimental Condensed Matter Physics Solving cutting-edge problems in dynamical quantum systems, 2D materials (i.e. graphene), and spintronics. Materials physics & surface science for energy applications, next-generation computing, and photonics Biological Physics Development of theoretical and computational methods to study biological processes across different spatial scales.

Department: Physics  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Burlington, VT, United States

What you will study

A total of 30 credits including at least 15 credits of graded coursework, at least 6 of which must be at 6000-level, and: A minimum of 6 credits of thesis research6 At least 9 credits of physics courses at the 5000-level or above9

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate College-wide: at least 2 letters of recommendation (individual programmes may require up to 3); applicants whose first language is not English need TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 110 minimum; admission tests, GPA and other criteria vary by programme.

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.

Graduate applications go through the UVM Graduate College online application; deadlines vary by programme. The application fee is $65 for master's and doctoral programmes, $25 for CAS applicants to select programmes, and $20 for a Certificate of Graduate Study. At least two letters of recommendation are required by the Graduate College.

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