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Physics at University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth

Ranked by the American Physical Society as one of the top physics master's programs in the U.S., the Master of Science in Physics is designed to:

  • advance students' understanding of the concepts of modern and classical physics
  • develop their ability to apply these concepts to solve practical problems

The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is interested in working with inquisitive and enthusiastic students who plan to pursue:

  • professional careers in research and teaching
  • applied areas of industrial research and development

The Physics Department offers a range of graduate courses in:

  • astrophysics
  • computational physics
  • electrodynamics
  • fluid physics
  • mathematical physics
  • nuclear physics
  • quantum mechanics
  • relativity

The department also offers courses emphasizing research—including thesis research and independent study in special topics.

Students will be encouraged to participate in faculty research in areas such as theoretical and computational physics—including atomic physics, relativity, high-energy and gravitational physics, and traffic modeling. Most students are supported by teaching or research assistantships.

Under the guidance of a graduate advisor, students will follow a course of study and research that is in harmony with their own background and goals. The size of the program fosters close personal contacts among students and faculty.
 

Level Masters
Discipline Physics
Duration 24 months
Intakes Jan, Sep
Application Fees USD 60
Tuition Fees USD 22184
Campus Dartmouth
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Admission Requirements
Language proficiency (minimum)
IELTS 6
TOEFL 72
PTE Not Required / Waiver
Duolingo 95
Exam proficiency (minimum)
SAT Not Required / Waiver
ACT Not Required / Waiver
GRE Not Required / Waiver
GMAT Not Required / Waiver
Requirements

Minimum GPA - 77.0%

Rankings
QS Ranking 253
Times Higher Education 191
ARWU 100
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Shanghai Ranking

The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) was first published in June 2003 by the Center for World-Class Universities (CWCU), Graduate School of Education (formerly the Institute of Higher Education) of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China, and updated on an annual basis

Webometrics Ranking

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