M.S. in Applied Physics
Chairs: Andrew J. Gerrard, Michele Pavanello, Graduate Coordinator, Rutgers-Newark
A minimum of 30 degree credits (600 or 700 level), including a 6-credit thesis or a 3-credit project is required. Of the 30 credits, 18 must be physics courses (including 3 credits of mathematical physics or applied mathematics). The remaining 12 to 15 credits are elective courses.
Seminar: In addition to the minimum 30 degree credits required, all students who receive departmental or research-based awards must enroll each semester in PHYS 791 Doctoral Seminar.
M.S. in Applied Physics (Master's project)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PHYS 611 | Adv Classical Mechanics | 3 |
| PHYS 621 | Classical Electrodynamic | 3 |
| R755 631 | Quantum Mechanics | 3 |
| PHYS 641 | Statistical Mechanics | 3 |
| Project | ||
| PHYS 700B | Master's Project | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Five electives 1 | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| 1 | Selected in consultation with a graduate advisor. |
M.S. in Applied Physics (Master's thesis)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PHYS 611 | Adv Classical Mechanics | 3 |
| PHYS 621 | Classical Electrodynamic | 3 |
| R755 631 | Quantum Mechanics | 3 |
| PHYS 641 | Statistical Mechanics | 3 |
| Thesis | ||
| PHYS 701C | Master's Thesis | 6 |
| Electives | ||
| Four electives 1 | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| 1 | Selected in consultation with a graduate advisor. |
