Physics
Master's
The MS in Physics program gives you an understanding of physics' basic theoretical structures as preparation for conducting cutting-edge research.
Program overview
Explore the universe through physics
The physics department offers Master of Science degrees with several options. The standard physics MS can be obtained by taking a specified set of courses without an MS thesis. Alternatively, an MS thesis may substitute for 8 credit hours of coursework. Both of these options may be pursued either full time or part time.
Upon completion of the MS in Physics degree, you should be able to apply graduate-level knowledge and solve problems in the areas of electrodynamics, quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, statistical mechanics, and advanced mathematical methods.
The physics department offers Master of Science degrees with several options. The standard physics MS can be obtained by taking a specified set of courses without an MS thesis. Alternatively, an MS thesis may substitute for 8 credit hours of coursework. Both of these options may be pursued either full time or part time.
Upon completion of the MS in Physics degree, you should be able to apply graduate-level knowledge and solve problems in the areas of electrodynamics, quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, statistical mechanics, and advanced mathematical methods.
- This program meets F-1 international student status requirements
- Thesis and non-thesis options are available
- With more than 80 students and 31 tenured and tenure-track faculty, we provide a wide range of research group choices for students in the physics graduate program
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A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
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Program objectives
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Learn to apply graduate-level knowledge and solve problems in the areas of electrodynamics, quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, statistical mechanics, and advanced mathematical methods.
Our program equips you with what we know about our universe—theories on matter, the forces, space, and time—so you can reach into the unknown and answer the question… why?
You can gain experience in a variety of work settings ranging from research and technical positions in corporations to research assistantships in cutting edge labs on campus or abroad.
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Tuition and financial aid
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$61,696Tuition in USD
Estimated Total Tuition
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