Physics, MS
Requirements for Students Matriculating in or before Academic Year 2025-2026. Learn more about Graduate College Academic Regulation 7.0.
Thesis Option
Total Hours: 30
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PHYS 5113 | Statistical Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory | 3 |
| PHYS 5313 | Electromagnetic Theory | 3 |
| PHYS 5413 | Classical Mechanics | 3 |
| PHYS 5453 | Mathematical Methods for Physicists | 3 |
| PHYS 5613 | Quantum Mechanics I | 3 |
| Hours Subtotal | 15 | |
| Electives | ||
| Select 9 hours from PHYS, MATH or an allied field in consultation with student's advisor. | 9 | |
| Hours Subtotal | 9 | |
| Thesis | ||
| PHYS 5000 | Master's Thesis Research or Report | 6 |
| Hours Subtotal | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 30 | |
Report Option
Total Hours: 32
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PHYS 5113 | Statistical Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory | 3 |
| PHYS 5313 | Electromagnetic Theory | 3 |
| PHYS 5413 | Classical Mechanics | 3 |
| PHYS 5453 | Mathematical Methods for Physicists | 3 |
| PHYS 5613 | Quantum Mechanics I | 3 |
| Hours Subtotal | 15 | |
| Electives | ||
| Select 15 hours from PHYS or a related field in consultation with student's advisor. | 15 | |
| Hours Subtotal | 15 | |
| Non-Thesis | ||
| PHYS 5000 | Master's Thesis Research or Report (Report) | 2 |
| Hours Subtotal | 2 | |
| Total Hours | 32 | |
Graduate College Master's Program Requirements
Learn more about Graduate College 2025-2026 Master’s Degree Program Requirements. Check the General Graduate College academic regulations for minimal GPA, language proficiency and other general requirements.