Research shows you can make a difference in the world.
Discover the opportunity to affect lives in ways you never imagined.
Whether you're teaching in a classroom or performing research for the government or a corporation, ²¨É«µ¥Ë«'s Master of Science Degree in Physics will give you the skills to impact lives in extraordinary ways.
The Knowledge You Need to Make Your Mark
At ²¨É«µ¥Ë«, you’ll further develop your skills in Applied Physics from instructors who are experts in their fields with industry connections. What’s more, you’ll gain practical experience working with companies to solve real-world problems. Upon graduation from the program, you’ll be able to:
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and comprehension of the core concepts of physics
- Exhibit a functional knowledge of all basic areas of physics, including mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics and quantum mechanics
- Display quantitative, qualitative and technical skills central to physics
- Conduct scholarly activities in an ethical manner
- Produce and defend a research project
Why Choose ²¨É«µ¥Ë«?
- State-of-the-art laboratory equipment
- Small interactive classes provide the ideal environment to learn with and from your peers
- You can utilize work done for your employer for your research project
- Ranked as one of U.S. News & World Report's "Top Tier Colleges"
- Ranked 14 for Adult Students by Best Colleges.com
- Recently named #1 best private college value in Illinois by Great Value Colleges
4 + 1 Program Option
Physics majors and other students with appropriate coursework in Physics and Mathematics with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and 3.25 GPA for their major are eligible to apply for the B.S./M.S. 4 + 1 Program Option, earning both degrees within 5 years.
Life After ²¨É«µ¥Ë«
Our graduates are able to bring their new found skills to the following career fields:
- Nuclear Physics
- Geophysics
- Astronomy
- Astrophysics
- Engineering Physics
- Teaching
- Computer Science
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