Degree Requirements
Credit requirements, degree options, time limits, examinations, and other requirements vary by degree. See
Course Requirements
Certain courses are considered foundational for all students seeking MS or PhD degrees in physics or a PhD in engineering physics, irrespective of intended research specialty. Course work is not limited to preparation for specific research work, but has been selected to provide a general physics education to act as a foundation for future study and a career in physics or engineering physics. A grade of B or better is officially required for all MS and PhD graduate students in the following core courses (15 credits):
Physics, MS, PhD
In addition to core courses, a grade of B or better is required in at least two of the following courses for students seeking MS or PhD degrees in physics:
Students prepare their initial course schedules with their program director. The student’s advisory committee determines additional course work needed, and early discussion with the committee in this regard is recommended.
Engineering Physics, PhD
In addition to core courses, a grade of B or better is required in at least three courses at the 400 level or higher, as well as at least one course at the 5000 level or higher, in the engineering physics student’s chosen area of specialization and as approved by the student’s advisory committee.
Additional courses may also be required by the student’s advisory committee. Early discussions with the committee are therefore highly recommended.
Required courses will be listed and verified at least one semester before the final oral defense is scheduled to take place.
