Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Physics

The Department of Physics offers a restructured Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Physics, a 30 credit hour (CH) program available in both full-time and part-time formats to accommodate a diverse student body, including in-service teachers, industry professionals, and those pursuing doctoral or research-intensive careers. This revised program introduces a dual-track model that maintains academic rigor while enhancing flexibility and career relevance. The first track, a strengthened Research (Thesis) Track, requires 21 CH of coursework plus 9 CH dedicated to research and the completion of an M.Sc. thesis. Within these 21 CH, students take 12 CH of core courses and 9 CH of elective courses, allowing specialization in specific physics topics. Progress in this track is overseen by a research supervisor (and co-supervisors as needed) and a thesis defense committee. The second track, a new Coursework-Based (Non-Thesis) Track, also totals 30 CH but replaces the thesis with advanced coursework and a culminating capstone project to professional applications. In this track, students complete 24 CH of coursework (including 12 CH core and 12 CH electives) plus a 6 CH capstone project (compulsory) that emphasizes practical or industrial applications of physics. Both tracks are fee-based and open to all qualified applicants who meet the admission requirements, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared either for PhD studies and advanced research careers or for direct entry into the national workforce in education, industry, and other professional sectors.

Program Objectives

• A robust background in concepts and solving skills in Physics.
• The capability to research a topic in contemporary Physics.
• The capability to communicate findings.
• Autonomy in taking informed, responsible, and ethically sound decisions regarding life-long Learning and professional development.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of advanced topics in Physics and related disciplinary skills.
• Evaluate and solve complex real-world scientific problems both systematically and creatively.
• Demonstrate advanced oral and written communication skills individually and collectively.
• Execute ethically project work or research that contributes significantly to the physics discipline.

Degree Requirements

Required Credit Hours : minimum 30 hours

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Internship

Thesis Option- Research

Non-Thesis Option-Capstone Project