Research-intensive proficiency in the core areas of physics
The Department of Physics offers a research-intensive, two-year program leading to the Master of Science degree. During the two years in the program, students are required to demonstrate proficiency in the core areas (Electromagnetism, Statistical Mechanics, Quantum Mechanics, Classical Mechanics), and be involved in significant, potentially publication-worthy research activity, which culminates in a thesis.
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Curriculum and Courses
PHY 620 Topics in Modern Physics
PHY 623 Solid State Physics
PHY 642 Advanced Kinetic Theory and Statistical Mechanics
PHY 651 Quantum and Nonlinear Optics
PHY 671 Electromagnetism
PHY 677 Independent Studies
PHY 691 Modern Quantum Physics
PHY 692 Modern Quantum Physics
PHY 700 Research for Master’s Thesis
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August 2025
Miami University
Oxford Campus,
501 E. High Street,
OXFORD,
Ohio,
45056, United States
A cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 out of 4.00. Applicants for graduate study must have earned at least a 4-year U.S. equivalent Baccalaureate degree. Typically, 16 years of schooling with four years of full-time study at the university level, culminating with the award of a first or second degree. Proof of English Proficiency: All international students must provide proof of English proficiency by meeting ONE of the following requirements: TOEFL iBT - 80; IELTS - 6.5; PTE - 54; Duolingo - 110.
Application deadline: Feb/01 for fall.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Students who are driven to achieve the highest quality education will be given every tool to succeed at Miami University.
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