Department Office

Optics Building
Room 201 B
Huntsville AL 35899
Tel: 256-824-2483

The Graduate Program

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The Department of Physics offers both the Master of Science (MS) and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees, as well as an MS degree in Optics and Photonics Technology. Curriculum details are available in the side navigation bar.

Master of Science

This degree denotes a much deeper understanding of the major areas of Physics, as well as one or more subspecialties such as astrophysics, optics, or plasma physics. We offer both thesis- and course-based options. Time required can be as short as 1.5 years for the course-based option. Typical completion time for the thesis option is about 2 years.

PhD

The highest degree available, the PhD indicates a fundamental understanding of Physics and the ability to perform original research and advance the state of knowledge in a particular field.

Master of Science/Optics and Photonics Technology Curriculum

A Master of Science degree with an emphasis on optics and management. Thesis option only. Ideal for presently-employed students needing more advanced study in these areas.

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