Physics Doctorate
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| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 16 | |
| Mathematical Methods in Physics I | ||
| Statistical Physics | ||
| Electromagnetism | ||
| Quantum Physics I | ||
| Solid State Physics | ||
| Graduate Seminar | ||
| Letter-graded courses number 601-689 or 700-789 | 27 | |
| Doctoral Dissertation | ||
| Total credits | 90 | |
Credits used to satisfy the requirements for the M.S. degree may be included in the total. Students are required to attend all seminars and colloquia.
Ph.D. + M.S.
- Students should choose the Ph.D. + master's option from the drop-down menu on the Doctoral Plan of Study and on the Notification of Scheduled Examination.
- Students who pass the preliminary examination and, at the time of the exam, have completed 30 credits (16 of which are didactic) will earn a master's degree and be eligible to participate in commencement that semester.
- After students have passed the preliminary examination, they should complete the exit survey and the graduation application.
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If the student fails the preliminary examination, they will be given the opportunity to repeat the examination in the next semester (this examination can be repeated only once). Alternatively, the student may elect to work for a master's degree instead.
Admission and Application Requirements
Graduate School admission and application requirements are found on the Admission Information page.